Should we celebrate foreign festivals?

leesinchina (US)

Cherish your own festivals. It would be a pity if the Chinese accepted these Western days – first, because they have absolutely nothing to do with traditional Chinese culture. Second, they are a big con trick by the big stores to get more money out of you. If they can convince you to buy Christmas trees and presents, and Valentine's Day gifts and Easter eggs and ... then they will make a lot more money. Stick to your own festivals--they actually mean something to you-- rather than slavishly following western customs for no good reason.