I hear Bells ringing

In a tiny town,

I feel the excitement

In every Christmas choir gown.

 

I see smiling faces

At a Christmas parade,

And smell gingerbread baking

At a shop on North Trade.

 

I sense the joy

Busy shoppers peruse,

To buy just that perfect gift

Or maybe a few?

 

It’s time for Christmas,

With it’s Holy hush to inspire

It’s time to warm hands

By a crackling fire.

 

It’s time to send cards

To dear and precious friends,

YES, it’s Christmas in Tryon

This year – once again!

-written by Annelie Baer