Gary said "If it wasn't for Christ, there would be NO

shopping season." I always interpreted the bible story about Christ's anger at the money changers in the temple as a parable against the commercialization of religion. Many predominately Christian countries celebrate St. Nicholas day on December 6th as the venue to give gifts, leaving Christmas Day to observe religious traditions. But then again celebrating the birth of the King of Kings by rushing to set up your new big screen TV before the game starts does make sense, like foil covered chocolate eggs on Easter. Have a Nice and Merry Christmas Day.