Snow is falling faster now and dusting on a hill
Skaters on the river, gentle dancers in the chill
The children's laughter ringing as they overturn their sleighs
Waiting for a country Christmas day

The chimneys hold the promise of a friendly fire inside
And so it's after bedtime, all the children's eyes are wide
There might be cakes and shortbread on a shiny silver tray
Waiting for a country Christmas day

Christmas in the country, like another time and place
I see it in the little things, in every smiling face
It's crystal nights and far off lights, and children count the days
Country Christmas and love will lead the way

Dogs run after snowflakes in a never ending chase
Soft lights through the window, frost is delicate as lace
And reunited loved ones who've been far too long away
Waiting for a country Christmas day

Christmas in the country, like another time and place
I see it in the little things, in every smiling face
It's crystal nights and far off lights, and children count the days
Country Christmas and love will lead the way

Country Christmas and love will lead the way