Something I’ve been meaning to do for several years is write a Yule tune, and this year I’ve managed to whip one up. Enjoy the holiday - in whatever way it pleases you to celebrate.

the long dark has come
the long dark has come
the sun king dies, and in a star-field lies
for the long dark has come

embrace the night
embrace the night
bank the fires while the moon hangs high
and embrace the night

give thanks for the turn of the wheel of the year
share blessings and harvest with all
keep faith in rebirth and in unconquered sun
and when the dawn breaks sing your praise

the long night is done
the long night is done
the newborn light shines ancient and wise
on each of us
for each of us
every one of us a sun