Dear Lord, these friends of mine, where they may stray,
Wilt Thou bear each Thy blessing on this day?
For now the season comes when Yule-logs burn,
When hearts grow kind, and sweeter dreamings turn
Unto these olden, golden friends. I pray
Thy benediction on them all this day,
And let Thy light of love and mercy shine,
Dear Lord, this day, on all these friends of mine!