“Happy Holidays” vs. “Merry Christmas” is an old argument that comes up again during the holiday season. In the middle of this controversy, some stores are happy to stand up for what Christmas is really about.
The American Family Association (AFA) has found a group of shops that always have Christmas decorations out. These stores should be praised for their efforts to keep the Christmas spirit alive.
On top of that, Hobby Lobby plays Christian music in its shops and takes Sundays off as a day of rest. Belk also gets involved, sharing real Christmas cheer instead of tired clichés.
Nordstrom is kind enough to wait to decorate until after Thanksgiving so that their workers can still be a part of the celebrations. The AFA says that Home Depot and Walmart use the word “Christmas” without thinking twice.
Macy’s “Believe” marketing and famous parade show how much the company loves Christmas. Even though they’ve had problems in the past, JCPenney is still loyal to the holiday. Bass Pro Shops works with Duck Dynasty, and its Christmas spirit makes fans happy.
There is no room for negativity on Lowe’s website because it is filled with Christmas joy. Toys ‘R Us puts “Christmas” right in the middle of its well-known catalogue, which is a surprise.
We can bring back the real spirit of Christmas by shopping at these stores. Let’s say “Merry Christmas” with pride this holiday season and honour the values of love, kindness, and giving that make this a special time.
Let’s be thankful that stores are bravely keeping Christmas customs alive while we shop. We can keep the holiday’s spirit alive and make more people aware of how important it is by working together.
Let’s get behind these stores this holiday season and get excited about Christmas again. By doing this, we make sure that the spirit of the holiday lives on for future generations.
