I'd say, "I'm offended. Don't you mean Merry Christmas, you ignorant SOB? 
I'm calling a lawyer and the newspaper."


"tonyjeffs"  wrote in message 
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> Hi
> I'm sure this is a very dumb question.
> When I was 12 years old I had a newspaper round. I remember delivering
> a newspaper to the lady at the synagogue, and she wished me Happy
> Christmas. Being a shy kid, I thought it inappropriate to say happy
> Christmas back, so I said thank you... which didn't seem  right
> either.
>
> So what's the appropriate response if a Jewish buddy wishes me Happy
> Christmas?
> What if I'm first to offer seasons greetings?
>
> Tony
>
>