"Season of Peace"

Today, someone wished me Happy Hannukah

And though I don’t celebrate,

I smiled back and nodded,

Then wished him the very same.

And if someone wished me Happy Kwanzaa -

Or any other holiday -

I promise I would smile and nod

And greet them the same way.

I don’t understand those

Who nitpick what people say

When it’s clear that they’re wishing you happiness,

Taking the time out of their day.

Why can’t we be grateful

For the kindness; for the cheer?

Instead of snarling and replying

“That’s not what we celebrate here.”

If someone takes a moment

To wish you happiness or more,

Just be grateful, regardless

Of what they’re wishing it for.

So, please, stop being picky,

Regardless what you believe,

And just think of what a peaceful season

Together, we could achieve.