what if you said....

i was thinking...what if you said "Merry %#^$#&$ Christmas"..do you think they would be offended then? I am about ready to boycott Christmas. There is so much controversy and hatred. I appreciate the Christmas story, but i think this particular season has lost all dignity of its truest meaning. i suppose instead of boycotting the entire season, maybe i can be one of those rare examples of what it is really about. Its not about converting your friends and family, its not about santa or giving gifts, its not about merry christmas vs happy holidays, honestly its not even about going to feed the hungry or spending time with those unfortunate. Those things should be everyday. So what is christmas about? Its a celebration that God was graceful enough to send his son in human form to save us. i almost think that it is sad that we only celebrate that once a year. Thanksgiving isnt a "christian" holiday but I think most people have a firmer grasp on being thankful everyday, but still celebrating being thankful with friends and family that one day a year. I think thats why its my favorite holiday. but Christmas, its lost something, yet it isnt a reflection by any means the degregation of God is people's lives or people seeking the truth of Christ and realizing His sacrifice. I mean HE was born in one day, but he still exists today. Maybe we should celebrate with HIM. Take some time to sit quietly and reflect with HIM how we should go about celebrating this time of year. Maybe instead of making it a spectacle, HE simply wants us to spend time with HIM. Although that again, should be a daily thing. I dunno. How do we reflect what we are celebrating during the Christmas season without being cliche? i dunno, what do you all think?