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Showing posts with label Christmas. Show all posts
Thursday, 24 December 2015
Saturday, 17 December 2011
Religion 3 - Political Correctness
Recently, I learnt that the CEO of a large chain of grocery stores told his staff that they should not wish customers a 'Merry Christmas' this year fearing that they may offend some non-Christians. Instead, they were permitted to say "Happy Holidays'. Well, I can assure you that this person is very offended by this decision.
To wish me 'Happy Holidays' during a freezing December is absolutely ridiculous. In my view a happy holiday would be a stroll around a warm city such as Rome, or somewhere just as inviting but, believe it or not, I am not going anywhere.
Who are these stupid people who are offended by sharing my joy of Christmas — I have yet to meet or hear from anyone.
Recently, I returned from many years living in China. During my stay in that country I was often invited to celebrate the birthdays of the Buddha and Confucius. Those who invited me knew that I was not a Buddhist and they were not concerned in any way ... and I was delighted to join them. Many years ago, I lived in Oman. There, I was invited to join the end of Ramadan celebrations — I was treated as an honoured guest of the Sultan and, once again, I was delighted to to join in.
On neither occasion was I expected to either become a Buddhist or a Muslim — just, simply, be respectful of their customs and enjoy their company which, naturally, I was.
Therefore, during the next few days, please wish everyone a 'Happy Christmas', and a 'Peaceful New Year'.
Today, I looked at some Christmas cards and, suddenly, I had a brainwave (No remarks please). I would buy some Christmas cards that were blank inside. Then, I would create an insert containing a happy message. On an obscure part of the page I shall type; 'This insert is removable in order that the card may be used next year but, please, do not return to sender.'
Now, before you all shout that I am creating a new generation of Scrooges, think for a moment — these cards may develop a life of their own, an honorable pyramid scheme, renewable cards that will decorate one's home repeatedly.
Note — It seems too late for this year. Nevertheless, it shouldn't stop you buying them now.
To wish me 'Happy Holidays' during a freezing December is absolutely ridiculous. In my view a happy holiday would be a stroll around a warm city such as Rome, or somewhere just as inviting but, believe it or not, I am not going anywhere.
Who are these stupid people who are offended by sharing my joy of Christmas — I have yet to meet or hear from anyone.
Recently, I returned from many years living in China. During my stay in that country I was often invited to celebrate the birthdays of the Buddha and Confucius. Those who invited me knew that I was not a Buddhist and they were not concerned in any way ... and I was delighted to join them. Many years ago, I lived in Oman. There, I was invited to join the end of Ramadan celebrations — I was treated as an honoured guest of the Sultan and, once again, I was delighted to to join in.
On neither occasion was I expected to either become a Buddhist or a Muslim — just, simply, be respectful of their customs and enjoy their company which, naturally, I was.
Therefore, during the next few days, please wish everyone a 'Happy Christmas', and a 'Peaceful New Year'.
Today, I looked at some Christmas cards and, suddenly, I had a brainwave (No remarks please). I would buy some Christmas cards that were blank inside. Then, I would create an insert containing a happy message. On an obscure part of the page I shall type; 'This insert is removable in order that the card may be used next year but, please, do not return to sender.'
Now, before you all shout that I am creating a new generation of Scrooges, think for a moment — these cards may develop a life of their own, an honorable pyramid scheme, renewable cards that will decorate one's home repeatedly.
Note — It seems too late for this year. Nevertheless, it shouldn't stop you buying them now.
Happy Christmas!
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