I am so distressed by the homogenization of our society. We’ve become so afraid of offending anybody and being ‘politically correct’ that we are letting our traditions fall by the way side. We’ve given up what we value in the name of ‘getting along’ and I think it’s no more apparent than at this time of year. It’s awful that you get a look if you wish someone a Merry Christmas, or told “Oh you shouldn’t say that.” Well why not? If that’s your tradition and if that’s what you mean. If you’re Jewish, wish them a Happy Hanukkah, if you’re African American then Happy Kwanza.
The point is to do what YOUR tradition dictates, celebrate your reason for the season. We as a society shouldn’t accept someone telling us what is allowable when it comes to our traditions and values. We all talk about peace on earth this time of year, well doesn’t peace on earth start with accepting people for who and what they are instead if trying to make us all the same? We weren’t all made the same for a reason and I think true peace can only be achieved when we not only accept that fact about each other but learn to embrace it. So as a Protestant, Christian I will be celebrating the birth of Christ,therefore allow me to wish you a VERY Merry Christmas and the most prosperous New Year.
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