A golden Christmas has passed,
We knew it could not last;
Decorations of red, silver and gold,
Stories of by-gone days were told.

Music of the season filled the air,
It goes so fast, it just isn't fair;
Lights and ornaments adorn a tree,
Children are filled with joy and glee.

Candles flicker with a soft glow,
As carols are sung in a voice so low;
The scent of cookies makes us hunger,
And the nativity fills us with wonder.

But christmas is golden not by these things,
Nor by the bells' ding, dong, ding;
It's families together, a day to share,
Showing their love, showing they care.

A golden Christmas I wish for you,
Someone will show you their love, too;
For in love's giving can be found,
The love of Christ all around.