Holiday in Macau

As I was relaxing in my room at the Landmark Hotel last night in Macau I happened to be watching the Fox News and John Gibson’s show. The squabble about Christmas in the States was a topic that just seemed to get me. Not calling a tree in Boston a Christmas tree seemed so ridiculous. More so since I spent the day in old-town Macau where they are lighting up the city with decorations galore, including Government buildings. This in a area that is 85% Buddhist!

I e-mailed the show this:

Surprised that while working on a travel article here in Macau, China I am watching Christmas decorations being put up and getting, "Merry Christmas Season," from hotel staff constantly. Maybe I should celebrate Christmas where I am allowed! Who would have thought it would be China!

I awoke with the TV still on and it happened to be John Gibson’s show. Next thing I knew my e-mail was on the screen complete with my name. What a shock it was. I will celebrate anyone’s holiday and want to share mine, not political just practical. Sure enough as I left a restaurant after lunch today I was given a Merry Christmas by the owner. We could all learn a lot from the people of Macau!