Christmas Greetings

Lady dear, if fairies mayFor a moment lay asideCunning tricks and elfish play—'Tis at happy Christmas-tide.

We have heard the children say—Gentle children, whom we love—Long ago, on Christmas DayCame a message from above.

Still, as Christmas time comes round,They remember it again—Echo still the joyful sound'Peace on earth, good will to men!'

Yet the hearts must child-like beWhere such heavenly guests abide:Unto children in their gleeAll the year is Christmas-tide!

So, forgetting tricks and playFor a moment, lady dear,We would wish you, if we may,Merry Christmas, glad New Year!