>>For that matter, I don't think Americans are really as religious as they claim - if people really took Chrismas seriously, they'd be crying "weep and repent" instead of spending a boatload of money on Christmas presents. :) > >Wait a minute ... I don't do either!! <g> > >Lucky you...I've got a daughter now...I'm going to be buying a sh__load of presents for the next two decades.