The annual tradition of opening the debate on whether Canadians should say “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays” has begun.
Let me begin by asking a couple of questions; first, if I was living in India, would I expect everyone to say to me “Happy Holidays” when people are celebrating Diwali, the festival of light?
If I was in Israel would I expect people to say “Happy Holidays” to me during the celebration of Hanukkah?
So, which is it, Happy Holidays or Merry Christmas?
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2 responses to “Merry Christmas, or is it Happy Holidays?”
Personally, Im easy going. Either way. I celebrate Christmas, so I usually say “Merry Christmas”. That being said, if I know someone else is celebrating something else, I’d say something to show I pay enough attention to know they celebrate it.
Either way, 2 week vacation for teachers! YIPEE!
I agree with Kelsey. I use Happy Christmas, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and whatever else creates a smile. However, what do shopkeepers say to their customers? That is where the annual debate really kicks off.