Unhappy Holidays, Part 4

(I was raised in a household of old Shaman beliefs. While I enjoy certain Christmas decorations and even have a Christmas tree, I always remain neutral in how I speak with customers about this time of year.)

Customer: *cheerfully* “Merry Christmas!”

Me: *smiling* “Happy Holidays!”

Customer: *suddenly angry* “It’s Merry Christmas. Say it!”

Me: *still smiling, looking her dead in the eye* “Happy Holidays.”

Customer: *storms off*

(I always wonder would have happened if I had said “Happy Winter Solstice” instead.)