Retired Reflections

Walmart and Christmas

I can't believe the uproar over the Walmart decision (before the uproar) to substitute the word holidays for Christmas in their store. I would think the religious right would applaud such a decision which begins to remove Christmas from being an endless shopping trip. And from Walmart's perspective it promotes inclusiveness especially in areas of the country where there are other religions than Christianity. I like to ask the question, What would Jesus do?. I think he would be for getting back to the core celebration - of peace, love, community, helping others, giving thanks and including all our neighbors. I just wish Walmart had not backed down.

posted by Mary @ 12:28 PM