It's ok to say Merry Christmas to me

I am shocked to hear little kids asking their parents if it's okay to say Merry Christmas, or should they say Happy Holidays.

Friday I was helping a mother and daughter with their purchases after I was done with the order. I simply said

"Thanks and have a nice day, and Merry Christmas" Like I always do. To this I hear the little girl say:

" Merry Christ" and then she stopped looked at her mom and asked
" Is it okay to say that?"

The mom responded with : " I don't know, some people don't apporve of that just say Happy Holidays."

Are you kidding me? I am outraged at what this world has come to. I used to love Christmas time when I was little and NEVER remember having to trip over myself on what to say to someone. It was always Merry Christmas.

I want all those of you out there that read this and feel the same way to please post back with :