Green palm fronds and sandy beaches
Golden glow of sun above,
Red poinsettias in each garden,
Faces warm with joy and love.
Christmas carols softly playing
Kisses beneath mistletoe;
Yuletide in the heart of Dixie –
Who could feel a need or snow?
In each home, the families gather
Round the fragrant Christmas tree
And with every gift they open
Laughter echoes merrily.
Bles by such a glad reunion, Christmas spirit, we have found,
Flourishes in any setting
Where true love and faith abound.
Published Ideals Christmas Issue 1976