A Christmas Prayer

(I got this poem in a email from my sister, Laurie. I thought I would share it with you all. I'm not sure who the author is.)

I said a Christmas prayer for you because the season’s near.

I didn’t ask for riches but for gifts so much more dear.

I asked for joyful gatherings with your family all around,

And for carols to inspire you with their old familiar sound.

I asked for quiet moments in your heart on Christmas morn,

For a special time to celebrate the Saviour who was born.

I asked for friends to send their best that you might know they care,

I asked for peace and love and hope;

And I know God heard my prayer.