I've come to terms with the pagan elements associated with the celebration of Christian holidays.

But still, I like this piece. One quote but read it all:

The Christian Church realized that while some pagan customs could be eliminated, the new religion would be wise to give new significance and blessing to other established symbols ...

One year, I tried buying Easter candy on Easter Monday at a fancy candy shop in Shrewsbury. But the prices were not reduced at all. Because the salesperson was savvy about Orthodox Pascha.