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Sunday, December 16, 2018

Better ways to celebrate Christmas


Christmas Day 2017  (Photo by Mark Jones)
Is there something wrong with thinking that   it’s not good sportsmanship to hunt down defenseless animals?  Surely there are better ways to celebrate Christmas!

According to The Sunday Mirror, Prince Harry is sitting out this year’s Boxing Day hunt because his wife is opposed to blood sports.  Although Meghan Markle’s view seems quite compatible with the gentle spirit of Christmas, she is being criticized for it.

There is a Christmas hymn called “The Friendly Beasts” which reminds listeners of the vital roles played by animal friends.  Perhaps Markle’s detractors ought to sing a verse or two whenever tempted to judge her harshly.

Resources
https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/royals/meghan-markle-wants-prince-harry-to-skip-the-royals-christmas-shoot-because-she-hates-blood-sport/ar-BBR1lqv?li=BBnb7Kz&ocid=BHEA000

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