Marks & Sparks Christmas Cards

Well done Anja getson my tits too

Anja, at least Eid moves so eventually it will get a turn in winter

123coco you are brave.

Personally I’m sick to death of those who suggest that because of political correctness the word Christmas is banned.

That’s a total load of tosh put about but the far right extremists. The word Christmas has never been banned. Any school can do a nativity play if they wish.

I live in a multiracial part of the UK. We have Happy Christmas lights strung across out High Street. These replaced Happy Duvali lights earlier and Happg Eid during the summer (though due to light nights they didn’t get switched on until very late!) . Did I miss the Happy ? i wonder?

Get over it!

Is it so difficult to actually write "Merry Christmas"?

Now I’ve just re read your post and see you are affronted by Xmas. I suspect you are someone who gets up every day and are going to be offended at something or nothing,

My Muslim neighbour has gone away for Christmas and handed me a present and a Christmas card before they left. Their grandchildren like Christmas. They don't make a big deal of Christmas but do enjoy it. It is a public holiday in Sri Lanka (where they are from) although only 7% of the Country are Christian.

Carrying on from previous post. I am furious about our support what is happening in Yemen Now that is something I would use the word ‘furious!’ About and not Christmas cards goodness sake ! If this makes you FURIOUS you must live a very charmed life!

What a very silly thing to be ‘furious ‘about!!

The cards I got from M&S say Christmas in them. However some people who are not Christians or celebrate Christmas. Christian festival still like to send cards and enjoy a festival at this time of year, after all we have had a winter festival at this time of year before the birth of Jesus. I think you were just unlucky in that cards you chose.

I’m happy to send and receive any greeting on a card that is positive and happy. My pet hate is an e-card. Lazy and thoughtless to my mind. I’m sure the eco warriors will tell me it saves on paper and travel but where is the joy?

Readymeals....thanks so much for that comment - really made me laugh.

Missfoodlove, you speak for yourself. In my case spouts go right through me long before Boxing Day dawns!

Have to agree with the op I really don’t like the seasons greetings, happy holidays, etc I’m not particularly religious but Christmas is Christmas. All this other rubbish is political correctness going to far

Lyndiloo usually on the pack it tells you what the words are, too late for you, I know. You ask why send cards at all if you're not Christian? The answer is that it is still a recognised international festival that is traditionally marked by the sending of gifts to those close, and cards to everyone else. These traditions have little to do with Christian theology, no matter what words are used. The Christian part of it is where believers think about the gift God gave us by sending his son, which doesn't really require a card or even a turkey or goose!

I have bought Christmas cards with a dove on for probably 40 years. I send peace to people at Christmas....suitable for every one. Ok I am an ancient hippy

I love Christmas, but being rather more Pagan than Christian, I have taken to using the term ‘Yuletide’
I am still looking for cards which say ‘Have a Cool Yule’, but I think I shall have to design my own! ?

I always look for cards that mention Christmas but it is difficult. I also buy cards with no glitter because you can't recycle them. If i receive one i can only put the back in the recycling.

Lyndiloo - you ask “if you’re not a Christian, why send cards at all”? December 25th was originally a Pagan festival and for those who believe in Jesus Christ, according to the bible, he wasn’t born in December Essentially for mos5 people, it’s simply a mid-winter festival!

Call me scrooge but I'm done with cards. Where do they eventually end up.? In my case for recycling .I donate to four charities on a regular basis not just at this time of year. I would rather my money go to those in need than in the pockets of card manufacturers and our postal system .I am aware there are cards that display the names of charities the manufacturers support. As to how much ?then your guess is as good as mine.

I hate Merry on a Christmas card , I put Happy , I do make my own cards , it is my hobby , and love personalising my cards ......... no I don't expect anyone to do their own card , before I get shot down ,

I agree it's daft not to mention Christmas but surely those who find it offensive won't be bothering with cards anyway? The main message is 'A Merry Christmas to one and all' whatever your beliefs.

Let’s just face it everything is being dumbed down, my granddaughters school is not doing a nativity, the shops barely close and people will be queuing for the sales before the sprouts have been digested.

Lots of non-Christians send cards and why shouldn't they? Luckygirl has it exactly right.
As a teacher, I exchanged cards with Sikh and Muslim kids in my classes.
We read so much in certain sections of MSM about immigrants not integrating that we should welcome the fact that Christmas has become an inclusive and welcoming festival whether it's the religious factor or the winter celebration that brings folk together.

I’m not a Christian but I send cards for all the reasons luckygirl has mentioned. My friends from other religions send me Christmas cards too. With Christmas on them often. I love a good carol concert too.