She laid him in a manger
That cold and wintry night.
The shepherds gathered close
To view the wondrous sight.

The Christ child looked to heaven
His Father smiled at Him.
The light of David glowed
Through the star of Bethlehem.

Mary held him close
A mothers love was near.
As she kissed the face of God
The one she held so dear.

She looked down at the hands
Of her newborn baby son.
It was then she shed her tears
As she knew what was to come.

Her tears fell on His face
And He looked into her eyes.
It was then she felt the peace
Of her gift to all mankind.

On this Christmas Eve
Look up into the sky.
You will see the Son of God
As a star shines o'er the night.

© Linda
11-28-01