text: As a christian, I am among the religious minority in my community (about 1/3 of my town is christian). Most  are Jewish, but also a significant number of Muslims, Hindus. and others in our multi-cultural, multi-religious community.
  
  Yet every store, even the gas station, is decorated in red and green, with wreaths and other secular symbols of christmas.  Given the make-up of my community, one also sees Chanukah symbols, although fewer than for Christmas.  Most stores display menorahs, sometimes also  garlands of silver and blue. The churches have large, lighted outdoor creches. Everywhere I go, kind people wish me, a religious minority in our town, Happy Holidays.    Those of all religions in the community jointly fund a Santa firetruck to go through the neighborhoods to give candy to children, and collect  for the local food pantry.
  
  There is no war on Christmas, just recognition that our country is (is supposed to be)  a safe home for those of all religions.
  
  Happy Holidays to all!