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My friends and relatives continue to send me Christmas cards.
Should I write back to each of them and
explain that I have quit celebrating Christmas?
What happens if someone gives me a gift anyway? Should I return it?
Answer # 49
That depends. If a person is testing you to see how deeply your religious convictions lie, returning the gift is a proper response. On the other hand, in cases where the person sincerely doesn't know or comprehend your stand, a polite note of thanks for the gift and a brief statement that you no longer observe the Christmas holiday may be sufficient.
By the way, you will find that most people will stop giving you Christmas gifts after a year or two of not receiving one in return.