From this valley you say you are going
We will miss your warm home and your smiles
For they say you are taking the sunshine
That has brightened these highlands awhile
You are building a home in the woods
Where your winters are foggy and gray
It’s a wonderful life that you’re making
Still we’re sad that you must go away
Come and join us for tea or for supper
Won't you let us sing you a song
To remember this old Hudson Valley
And the home that it’s been for so long
If you travel this world, crossing oceans
Or retire to your old childhood land
Give your word you’ll return to these mountains
And rest by this river once again
We’ll be spending next Christmas together
It’s a hope that will last us the year
But we’ll soon trade embraces and smiles
And the fond words we’ve been longing to hear
It's a great selection of songs from two great people. Their harmonies really bring it home. We listen to it at every Christmas get-together. All Together Now
There is too much to be said about this album. Let it suffice that our Christmas project may not have happened if it weren't for this collection. All Together Now
I remember the excitement among our group when we heard Josh Garrels released a Christmas album. Well, that original hype did not burn out. After many listens, we still love this Christmas album. All Together Now
Portland singer/songwriter delivers a gorgeous Christmas EP, fashioned in the lush style of classics by Bing Crosby and Johnny Mathis. Bandcamp New & Notable Nov 23, 2020
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