The season comes
but once a year,
a gift of precious wonder
for all who hold it dear.
But past the sights
and colored lights,
far beyond December,
I will remember

After the carols fade away,
after the yule fire dies down,
when there are no longer
dreams to open and see.
Because you are hope,
and joy and peace,
because you're the only gift I need.
In my heart the season will remain
after December slips away.

Years ago, beneath a tree,
fell the drops of crimson
that set the faithful free.
The gift was life, sent in love.
Far beyond December,
I will remember

After the carols fade away,
after the yule fire dies down,
when there are no longer
dreams to open and see.
Because you are hope,
and joy and peace,
because you're the only gift I need.
In my heart the season will remain
after December slips away.

No matter how bright
the glitter shines,
no matter how many
hopes come true,
I know that all I have
begins and ends with you.

After the carols fade away,
after the yule fire dies down,
when there are no longer
dreams to open and see.
Because you are hope,
and joy and peace.
Because you're the only gift I need.
In my heart the season will remain
after December slips away.