No, we don’t celebrate Santa.

Yes, we do celebrate Christmas.

Do we care if you celebrate Santa?  Nope.

Do you care if we choose not to?  Yes.

Of course, I am generalizing when I say “you”.  I’m sure many of “you” have no problem with our decision, and maybe even practice it yourself.  I just haven’t met you yet.  I am generalizing because MOST of the reactions I get from strangers, friends, and some family members are of shock and disappointment.  Most of the time I don’t even bring it up, and just smile and nod when the sweet stranger at the store asks my youngest, “Are you ready for Santa?”

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