Don't wrap for me any golden chains, or things
that glitter and shine. Don't gift me with the things
of life, that soon fade away with time. Don't
spend your time roaming the shops, while on your
mind is a trial; For what to choose and what to buy,
or "is this really in style?"
Don't make my gift
look pretty with bows; to wrap becomes a tire.
For all these things are torn away and end up in
the fire. Don't busy yourself from one day to next,
with wondering my needs or wants. All I ask on my
Christmas list, is more than material flaunts.
Tie up my present with arms wrapped about me,
and listening ears that hear. Be with me inside of
your heart, throughout, from year to year. Busy
yourself with the giving of love, and sharing your
time and deeds. The gift of yourself and your arms
reaching out, will forever fill all of my needs.