Away From Home On Christmas

For my daughter.

In my dreams I see
a little girl with sweetest smiles
and kisses just for me.

You helped me shop for Christmas gifts
at every kind of store.
You’ve emptied out your piggy bank
to buy gifts for the poor.

Then when you sat on Santa’s lap,
I heard you tell St. Nick
to bring the planet love and peace,
and to heal the sick.

I miss the little girl you were,
But in my dreams I see
your smile so bright as Christmastime
shining your love on me.

Merry Christmas Baby!