that's respectful and appropriate. number two, no e-mailing christmas greetings. it's not classy. break down and buy the card. on the gift front, gift cards are fine. let the folks pick out what they like unless you know, then you can buy them a special gift. but you got to know with a personal touch. decorations, don't go crazy. jesus had no decorations in the manger, he was lucky to have a blanket. he didn't have lights all over and snow men going like this. didn't happen in bethlehem. and finally, generosity, make a list of people and charities that you think are worthy and do what you can. the mark of a good person is thinking about other people. that is what christmas is all about. "the factor" tip of the day. that's it for us tonight. check out the fox news factor website. spout off from anywhere in the world o'reilly@foxnews.com.