Come home for the holidays
no matter how far.
Close your eyes and you'll be here
wherever you are.

See the tree in the corner
with it's lights all a glow.
Special ornaments hanging
placed lovingly just so.

Hear the carols of Christmas
softly filling the room.
Lifting our hearts while
chasing away gloom.

Gaze upon snowflakes
silently falling outside.
Imagine us cuddling
on the sleigh we would ride.

Feel the warmth from the fireplace
with the wood all ablaze.
As we'd snuggle with blankets
when ending our days.

Remember midnight service
at the church down the street.
The hymns and the stories
praise given so sweet.

The sweet sounds of delight
when presents appear.
We'll read your letters
bringing you near.

Know in your heart
love is sent here from home.
To our loved one abroad
wherever you roam.

So come home for the holidays
from wherever you are.
Close your eyes and you'll be here
no matter how far.


Dee Cain
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