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Distant memory of a traditional song:
The holly and the ivy
When they are both full grown
Of all the trees that are in the wood
The holly bears the crown.

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The rising of the sun
and the running of the deer,
the playing of the merry organ,
sweet singing in the choir. (Refrain)

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The holly bears a blossom,
white as the lily flower,
and Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ,
to be our sweet Saviour.

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Refrain

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The holly bears a berry,
as red as any blood,
and Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ
to do poor sinners good.

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Refrain

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It goes on, but you get the idea!