I don't know about everyone else, but I love to decorate for the holidays, especially Christmas. It sounds silly but I am already planning for Christmas. My sister, on the other hand, does not like to put up decorations at her work; it is a tedious chore. Now my sister is no Scrooge; she is as excited for the holidays as much as I am. So why the attitude?
I am sure that most people are aware that you cannot even say "Merry Christmas" at work. The appropriate thing to say is "Happy Holidays." Which brings me back to my sister's attitude toward Christmas-decorating at her work. I do not blame her. I would have an attitude as well if I was not allowed to set up a nativity scene, angels, and everything else that makes Christmas beautiful and gives it meaning. Whether I'm at the mall or at the supermarket, it seems that everywhere I look, "Christ" is taken out of Christmas.
It is funny that when I attend church, I see people praising the Lord out loud. They are not shy or scared of sharing their faith. However, all of that changes when we step out of church and enter the politically correct world.
It would be so wonderful if I could teach the true meaning of Christmas to my son. Of course I could read to him about the real meaning, but it is difficult for a 3-year-old to concentrate on a story when he keeps asking if he could have a Power Wheel.
Nevertheless, Christmas is not the time for attitudes, but it is the time to praise the Lord.
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