Christmas was always a special time In the country so long ago Firelight danced on windowpanes As hearts began to glow. As a child, I yet remember Gathering around the tree Grandpa's old time stories Filled every face with glee. S avory smells drifted through the air In a heavenly atmosphere Voices cracked with happiness As Christmas day drew near. Homemade pies aligned the shelves Made by Grandma's aging hands  And something spiritual touched us all As the Yuletide swept the land. T' was an ole fashioned country Christmas Blessed with lots of Christmas snow Sleigh rides for the young at heart  And hanging mistletoe. Now my heart fills up with gladness As the season brings its cheer When these thoughts of mine go back in time  To recapture yesteryear. ©1987 Marilyn Ferguson May Joy be your gift at CHRISTmas and may Faith, Hope and Love be your treasures in the New Year