[MD] subject/object: pragmatism

[MarshaV]

At 09:34 AM 12/7/2007, you wrote:
>[Marsha]
>I got rid of Christmas years ago.  The Winter Solstice is what I
>celebrate, and a return of the Sun's light.
>
>[Krimel]
>As Arlo, points out, it is not a coincidence that Christmas falls near the
>Winter Solstice. Almost all peoples everywhere and at every time have a
>celebration at this time of year. Christians had no trouble adopting their
>mythology to the time of year but then neither has anyone else.
>
>I for one celebrate Christmas in a manner in keeping with the customs of my
>family and friends. As a rule I oppose any attempt to shut down a holiday
>and support every effort to create new ones. I am willing to find
>appropriate rituals and festivities to celebrate the birth of Adolph Hitler
>if it means a paid day off and an excuse to party.


Then, by all means, party on.