Monday, November 10, 2008

A friend quoted in Williamson A.M.

Way to go Casey!

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The Tennessean – Williamson A.M.
Nov 9 2008

Schools' approach to holidays frustrates readers.

A letter in last week's Williamsom A.M. lamented the loss of Halloween parties in some county schools for the sake of more-inclusive fall parties. As we head into the holiday season, we asked readers what place they thought holiday celebrations have in public schools.

Christmas should be celebrated
Well, being this is America, "one nation under God," blessed by God and founded on the goodness of God's love, we should be able to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
It's a traditional American holiday that has been stripped away from us by a tiny radical minority. Christmas is "America." If you don't like it, close your eyes, plug your ears or just leave. Let the majority of Americans (who are Christian) celebrate the birth of our savior.
There's nothing but good and love that comes with this holiday and the holy name of Christ. If it offends you that people can believe in this kind of hope, love, good and giving, what a shame.
I wouldn't even think of going to another country and try to change their culture, laws and favorite pastimes. Merry Christmas to all. If somebody would dare print something this conservative and common sense, I'll be surprised.

Casey Beathard
Thompson's Station