Christmas has become a commercial racket. Many people turn up their noses at the 'religious' aspect.
However, if 'Merry Xmas' is preferred to 'Happy Christmas', is the merriment quite what it was? Indeed, who looks forward to Christmas?
Of course, small children are enchanted at the prospect of getting gifts from Santa Claus. After they've grown out of the 'Father Christmas' phase, they still enjoy the excitement of presents. Teen-agers enjoy Christmas opportunities for a 'good time' - drinking, dancing (with drugs?) and late-night fun. Adults obviously enjoy good food, office parties and a chance to relax.
