I wrote this in Hamburg during December 1966.  Still innocent in many ways and I think it comes out in the song.  We visit Big Sur every Christmas and I was able to add the sleigh bells from Deetjen's to the mix.

Lyrics

THE CHRISTMAS BEFORE
Words and Music by John Cannon 
 
White, cascading crystals, falling from clouds above
Remind me of the time of year, that I often think of
 
Frozen white velvet blanket, covers all the ground
While laughing faces filled with roses
Watch the snowflakes come down
 
When the moon flies cross the sky
Children listen for the bearded guy
A twinkle glowing in their eyes.
  
Sleigh bells are ringing and bringing
The Christmas tree
Glittering with shiny things
Handed down through the years
  
When the moon flies cross the sky
Children listen for the bearded guy
A twinkle glowing in their eyes.