Sometimes, the right saying can take you from seasonal gloom to festive cheer, and using that Christmas quote for Instagram (or your social media of choice) is a great way to spread the holiday love. (So is setting up a binge-watching marathon of Christmas movies on Netflix. Nothing says “I’m excited for the holidays” quite like hours of watching actors put on their best cheerful holiday faces.) Whether you’re trying to add a little humor to your holiday party invitations, find the just-right quote for your Instagram or letterboard, or just think of something smart to say in response to wishes of “Merry Christmas,” these inspirational, funny, and meaningful Christmas quotes have you covered. Whatever your intended purpose for them, they’ll help you—and everyone else who reads them—remember what the season is all about. Next on your holiday to-do list: Figure out how to put lights on a Christmas tree.