It's Different Now

I used to count the days 'til Christmas came
Clouded my veins with toys and candy cane
Dreamed of bells like whispers from the spires
Memories of tinseled wrapping swirl in fire
Keeping warm, the inner child
But he’s different now
He’s different now
It’s different now…
Tonight I can see the North Star shining bright
Glowing are gifts I’ve had for my whole life;
Love and home and health and family
Can’t help but think of those with less than me
And I wish them happiness
And offer a song
It’s different now
It’s different now
It’s Christmas now…
To feel, pure holiday
A different warmth to void the gray
Hoping, as my heart swells with cheer:
Health and peace for one more year
Now we’re caroling
A different song the choir sings
Hoping, as my heart swells with cheer
Health and peace for one more year
Health and peace for one more year