The Only Gift That I Need

I am sure many of you are tired of hearing Christmas music already and it isn't even Christmas yet. As we head into the final week before Christmas, I have been desperately trying to make it feel like the holiday season. You'd think with all the great care packages I've received that it would, but something's missing. Maybe it could be not dealing with crowded malls, or seeing familiar ornaments, or lack of anticipation of seeing family this weekend. As a last resort I have been listening to Christmas tunes in the evening, looking for the right song to make the season feel more alive.

One particular holiday song hit me hard this year, Dashboard Confessional's The Only Gift That I Need. It has always been a favorite of mine. The song has so many parallels to my Christmas this year, it gives me goose pimples. The lyrics are below.

The Only Gift That I Need (right click to save mp3)

You'll be leavin' for the winter,
But I can see that it's true it's the right thing for you.
But it's tough to be moved with the holiday spirit,
But to tell you the truth I had big plans for Christmas
And high hopes for you...

I want you here by my side
Cold nights, and fires, and white wine.
And dreams of holidays to come.
But I'll wait for spring to bring you to me.
Only gift that I need.

I'll be livin' off your phone calls, in your letters, and your postcards.
Every single word is like a secret wish come true.
But who cares if we're apart for the big days
Since the small ones that made me fall in love with you (fall in love with you).

I want you here by my side
Cold nights, and fires, and white wine.
And dreams of holidays to come.
But I'll wait for spring to bring you to me.
Only gift that I need.

Only gift that I need.
Only gift that I need.
Only gift that I need.