Question about "Happy Holidays"
DBranchaud
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Christmas is just around the corner and as a cashier I send holiday wishes to my customer as the leave. I say "Merry Christmas".
I know that some stores are told to say "Happy Holidays" what's everybody's position on that, the whole politically correct thing.
I've been saying Merry Chrstmas and nobody has turned around and said "I don't celebrate Christmas" and taken offense. My idea is that I'll say it and if you tell me you don't celebrate it , tell me what you do celebrate and I'll wish you well with that.
I know that some stores are told to say "Happy Holidays" what's everybody's position on that, the whole politically correct thing.
I've been saying Merry Chrstmas and nobody has turned around and said "I don't celebrate Christmas" and taken offense. My idea is that I'll say it and if you tell me you don't celebrate it , tell me what you do celebrate and I'll wish you well with that.
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Christmas is just around the corner and as a cashier I send holiday wishes to my customer as the leave. I say "Merry Christmas".
I know that some stores are told to say "Happy Holidays" what's everybody's position on that, the whole politically correct thing.
I've been saying Merry Chrstmas and nobody has turned around and said "I don't celebrate Christmas" and taken offense. My idea is that I'll say it and if you tell me you don't celebrate it , tell me what you do celebrate and I'll wish you well with that.0 -
To me it is Christmas week, and unless I know you are Jewish, I will say Merry Christmas!!
My BFF is Jewish and I asked if she is ever offended by this wish. She said if someone wants her to be Merry...she is not going to complain!!
She always responds with Happy Hannakah!!0 -
I don't know about Canada but I heard a statistic (from 2 different sources) that 93% of Americans celebrate Christmas. Unless I know for sure someone doesn't celebrate, I will say 'Merry Christmas.'
I respect others belief system. If they correct me, I'm more than happy to retract.0 -
I say happy holidays as a reaction to my clients because i feel the "holidays" is a whole season! but most people just turn around and wish me a merry christmas anyway.
it should be the thought that counts anyway. :-) 0 -
Personally I prefer to greet everyone I encounter with a great big "Bah Humbug", the reactions on people's faces are priceless. Then I continue on my merry way giggling all the way.0
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Just FYI, Hanukkah starts on Sunday, so this year, it is not just the week of Christmas. Also, Kwanzaa is always celebrated Dec. 26th through January 1st. My husband is Jewish, so we celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas. I have always said Happy Holidays to people I don't know--but I will personalize it if I know what they celebrate.
Whatever anyone celebrates, I hope you have a wonderful time!0 -
Hummmmmm, interesting topic. Personally, I am always amazed at why people feel the need to say anything other than MERRY CHRISTMAS at Christmas time. Do we question whether or not to say Happy Halloween (or Happy 4th of July any other holiday) for fear of offending?
Merry Christmas everyone!!!
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Absolutely! I am always offended as a Christian when people call it xmas to tell you the truth. Does that knock 1 second off of your typing time?Hummmmmm, interesting topic. Personally, I am always amazed at why people feel the need to say anything other than MERRY CHRISTMAS at Christmas time. Do we question whether or not to say Happy Halloween (or Happy 4th of July any other holiday) for fear of offending?
Merry Christmas everyone!!!
Merry CHRISTmas!0 -
Absolutely! I am always offended as a Christian when people call it xmas to tell you the truth. Does that knock 1 second off of your typing time?Hummmmmm, interesting topic. Personally, I am always amazed at why people feel the need to say anything other than MERRY CHRISTMAS at Christmas time. Do we question whether or not to say Happy Halloween (or Happy 4th of July any other holiday) for fear of offending?
Merry Christmas everyone!!!
Merry CHRISTmas!
Mar and Soup.
I do not have an opinion on this matter. Just wanted to say love ya.
That is all.
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Mar and Soup.
I do not have an opinion on this matter. Just wanted to say love ya.
That is all.
EMI!!!!! you to as always pretty girl!
Wow you look awesome in that dress!!!
That is all.0 -
When working, of course, I say whatever the established practice is of my employer. Most employers require "Happy Holidays".
I happen to live where there is a very diverse population, so I try to be sensitive. I only say Merry Christmas to people who I know observe Christmas or are Christian.
My standard generic greeting, is "Peace on Earth"... and I'm ready to fight anyone who's offended by it.0 -
Mar and Soup.
I do not have an opinion on this matter. Just wanted to say love ya.
That is all.
Hi there Emmiecakes,
right back at ya!!
How are you? It's been awhile.
Merry Christmas to you and your family.0 -
I say whatever comes out of my mouth first. :bigsmile: I have yet to be corrected for it.
... At least in terms of holiday greetings. :laugh:0 -
I say whatever comes out of my mouth first. :bigsmile: I have yet to be corrected for it.
... At least in terms of holiday greetings. :laugh:
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I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too. 0
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I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin:0 -
I say "Merry Christmas" except to the people I know celebrate something else.
My mother-in-law converted to Judaism a few years ago and is married to a man who celebrates Christmas so we celebrate Christmas together but also wish her Happy Hanukkah! :bigsmile:0 -
What will you do if I do Jo??? :huh:I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin:
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I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin:
Not gonna.
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What will you do if I do Jo??? :huh:I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin: :laugh:
Not a dern thing. I wouldn't wanna hurt someone who gives out such great recipes.:laugh:
Shannon, on the other hand, is trying to make me make eggplant gratin.
{{me feels a thread jack comin' on}}:smokin:0 -
I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin:
Not gonna.
Are you chicken? Bok, bok!0 -
I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin:
Not gonna.
Are you chicken? Bok, bok!
I wish there were a smiley eating popcorn that could show that I am sitting on the sidelines waiting to see what is going to happen next0 -
I made the beef stew with mushrooms a few days ago!
What will you do if I do Jo??? :huh:I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin: :laugh:
Not a dern thing. I wouldn't wanna hurt someone who gives out such great recipes.:laugh:
Shannon, on the other hand, is trying to make me make eggplant gratin.
{{me feels a thread jack comin' on}}:smokin:
Are you getting warm Jo? :smooched: :laugh: 0 -
Thread jack complete!!! :bigsmile:0
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I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin:
Not gonna.
Are you chicken? Bok, bok!
I wish there were a smiley eating popcorn that could show that I am sitting on the sidelines waiting to see what is going to happen next
She knows better then to pick fights with me when I'm moulting! 0 -
Thread jack complete!!! :bigsmile:
Which begs the answer????? When is a partial thread jack and when is a full thread jack? Do you hafta have so many posts to differentiate the two? Hmmmmmmm.0 -
I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin:
Not gonna.
Are you chicken? Bok, bok!
I wish there were a smiley eating popcorn that could show that I am sitting on the sidelines waiting to see what is going to happen next
Gimme some too Em. I wanna have lots of energy when she answers.:bigsmile:0 -
I made the beef stew with mushrooms a few days ago!
Are you getting warm Jo? :smooched: :laugh:
{shaking}
Was it good?0 -
I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin:
Not gonna.
Are you chicken? Bok, bok!
I wish there were a smiley eating popcorn that could show that I am sitting on the sidelines waiting to see what is going to happen next
She knows better then to pick fights with me when I'm moulting!
I read that really fast and I thought it said mounting. :ohwell:0 -
I'm a "Merry Christmas" gal too.
Say xmas and see what happens. Go on. Don't be afraid.:smokin:
Not gonna.
Are you chicken? Bok, bok!
I wish there were a smiley eating popcorn that could show that I am sitting on the sidelines waiting to see what is going to happen next
She knows better then to pick fights with me when I'm moulting!
I read that really fast and I thought it said mounting. :ohwell:
Different thread. :blushing:0
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