What Christmas Means Now

by Morning Song

Christmas used to not mean much to me
It only meant I had to work - more money
Then to see those crowds at the mall
How to remember the meaning of it all?

It's a time for love, or so they say
When you shove through the people for That day
A time to gather with your close friends
When you eat a meal that seems not to end

Worry did I, 'bout gathering 'round the table
And now you're here I am finally able
To enjoy the company of friends and family
Not to worry for you, if you're unhappy

Like them you do, and do not pass judgment
Everyone has faults but you look beyond them
And know them for human through no fault of their own
Not like someone else who would caste the first stone

Yet, this Christmas I've truly enjoyed
With you by my side I've been not annoyed
But able to love, to give and receive
And that is what Christmas really means