You mean the world to me, and I’m extra appreciative of you around this time. Merry Christmas, my dear. 43. My Christmas wish this year is for you to keep shining and spreading happiness.

When I respond “Thank you. Merry Christmas,” I sometimes sense that I have actually created some tension. While many of those to whom I wish “Merry Christmas” may actually be happy that ...

Let's look at wish first of all. In your 'Merry Christmas' example, or when you wish someone good luck or Happy Birthday, you are expressing the hope that they will have good luck in the future ...

Merry Christmas, baby, You sure did treat me nice In contrast to the nostalgic schmaltz of “White Christmas,” which was already (and remains) the best-selling Christmas single of all time ...