It was the eve of Twenty Four And Christmas was here again! They placed the shining star at the top Of a tree made of green and gold. It looked beautiful, pristine As it did every year. The chilly air was chirping With Christmas Cheer. First snowfall of the season Brought the spirit to life! The lights, the glistening snowflakes, Made the night look brighter than day! A visitor on this cold night? A figure clad round and red, Beard shining like snow in the sky. Leaving behind only cookie crumbs And a sack, lighter on the shoulder. Was it Santa who had come Or his helpful little elves? Come the cold Christmas morning, There were presents by the hearth, Wrapped in paper and mystery Waited to be ripped open By excited little fingers, Of those who had been nice And even the few who had been naughty. As the red stockings emptied Grins grew wider. The whole family gathered And hurried together to Church To pray, and to sing It w...