A Christmas Carol

The Christ-child lay on Mary's lap,

His hair was like a light.

O weary, weary were the world,

But here is all aright.

The Christ-child lay on Mary's breast,

His hair was like a star.

O stern and cunning are the kings,

But here the true hearts are.

The Christ-child lay on Mary's heart,

His hair was like a fire.

O weary, weary is the world,

But here the world's desire.

The Christ-child stood at Mary's knee,

His hair was like a crown.

And all the flowers looked up at Him,

And all the stars looked down.

O weary, weary were the world,

But here the world is aright.