Politicizing Christmas
I had written a long rant about the politicization of Christmas, denouncing anyone using the celebration of the birth of Christ to promote political agendas. Then while listening to John Denver and the Muppets signing Christmas Songs, I though Kermit said it far better than I could, while maintaining the spirit of the Season. So the electrons on which the original rant were written have been recycled, and I’m quoting the lyrics of the song that reminded me of why I love Christmas so much.
I don’t know if you believe in Christmas
Or if you have presents underneath the Christmas tree
But if you believe in love
That will be more than enough
For you to come and celebrate with me
For I have held the precious gift that love brings
Even though I never saw a Christmas star
I know there is a light
I have felt it burn inside
And I have seen it shining from afar
Christmas is the time to come together
A time to put all differences aside
And I reach out my hand
To the family of Man
To share the joy I feel at Christmas time
For the truth that binds us all together
I would like to say a simple prayer
That at this special time
You will have true peace of mind
And love to last throughout the coming year
And if you believe in love
That will be more than enough
For peace to last throughout the coming year
And peace on earth will last throughout the year
Merry Christmas Everyone!
