"The simplicity of the creche contrasts with the image of Christmas that sometimes is shown by

"The simplicity of the creche contrasts with the image of Christmas that sometimes is shown by insistent publicity messages. Even the beautiful tradition of exchanging Christmas gifts ... risks losing its authentic sense of Christmas."
Pope John Paul II
During an appearance in St. Peter's Square, which is decorated with parts of the nativity scene, depicting Christ in a manger.
"We really miss the traditions because the girls are away at college. But we still drink hot chocolate and open presents as a family. Now, we just do it at Camp David."
First lady Laura Bush