Got a birthday card at Christmas it made me think of Jesus Christ
It said, "I love you" in small letters I simply had to read it twice
Wood smoke curled from blackened chimneys The smell of frost was in the air
Pole star hovered in the blackness I looked again it wasn't there

People have showered me with presents While their minds were fixed on other things
Sleigh bells, bearded red suit uncles Pointy trees and angel wings
I am the shadow in your Christmas I am the corner of your smile
Perfunctory in celebration You offer content but no style

That little baby Jesus he got a birthday card or three
Gold trinkets and cheap frankincense Some penny baubles for his tree
Have some time off for good behaviour Forty days, give or take a few
Hey there, sweet baby Jesus Let's share a birthday card with you