I thought it was old Santa Claus
Who comes on Christmas Eve
Bringing toys for girls and boys
Just like you and me

I thought it was that time of year
Regardless of the weather
Time to share because we care
Once again we’re all together

I thought it was the joy we’d see
When Christmas morn would come
Smiling face seen every place
When the kids unwrap their presents

I thought of what it might have been
Two thousand years ago
When a baby child meek and mild
Was born to save my soul

I thought it was the Son of God’s
Birthday celebration
‘Cause Christ was born on Christmas morn
To grant to us salvation

I thought it was the Son of God’s
Birthday celebration
‘Cause Christ was born on Christmas morn
To grant to us salvation

Date Written:
December 25, 1982

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