Today, I am thankful for Elvis. Yes, I'm aware of the cheesiness, however, I heard this song last night and had to stop a moment. I use to listen to Elvis with my Mawmaw on an old Hi-Fi stereo around Christmas time. The thoughts of her big yellow couch, orange chase lounge, and knob controlled cabinet TV decorated with a small white snow flocked Christmas tree simply takes me to another place. Elvis crooning from the living room. Cracking fresh pecans and drinking eggnog. Good times.
Today, I am thankful for musicians, poets, and entertainers
that can take us back to another time. I am grateful that we live in a creative world and that there are individuals who thrive in the process of creation. I am also, thankful for the memories that they invoke from time to time.
So take a moment and see where this song will take you. Enjoy.
Holly Leaves and Christmas Trees: Elvis Presley
Somewhere in, in the distant night
I hear Christmas bells
The gentle snow keeps falling down on people
Who are homeward bound
That's the way it's always been
The circle never really ends
Christmas seems to come and go
Home's a place that I don't know
Holly leaves and Christmas trees
It's that time of year
Lights aglow and mistletoe
Don't mean a thing when you're not here
As I walk, walk this lonely street
The sound of snow beneath my feet
I'll think of how, how it used to be when
Holly leaves and Christmas trees
Use to mean so much to me
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Takes me back too! Something so special about those memories. That couch, chase, and wonderful white tree. Thanks for taking me back even if for just a moment. Love you!
ReplyDeleteLaura
I'm really enjoying reading your posts! When I saw this one I had to smile. I too love Elvis, especially at Christmas time! I remember when Ben and I were about 15 years old, dancing in his dad's den to Blue Christmas. Love it! Thanks, Daniel and Elvis, for the memories!
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