Happy Holidays Bah-humbug! Don’t Let “Politically Correct” Spoil Your Season’s Greetings

January 31st, 2008

Here’s my take. Ask yourself a simple question: What is your intent when you extend a greeting to another person? Is it to announce what you personally celebrate or is it to offer an expression of celebration for their benefit? In most cases, it’s the latter. If you know that someone else celebrates Christmas, then offer a hearty “Merry Christmas”! If you know they’re Jewish, then smile and say “Happy Hanukah”! If you don’t know, but still want to extend the greeting, then “Happy Holidays” is the safe way to go. The point is, we should always act on our best available awareness. Don’t let ignorance or arrogance be your guide. I personally respond to any greeting someone offers me with a huge smile and a heartfelt “Thank you…the same to you”!

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