Verse 1 Rolled out of bed with a coffee in my hand, Had family across town and my day fully planned. But one look outside and I knew right away, This truck wasn't leaving the drive today. The windshield was frozen from side to side, Nothing but white when I stepped outside. Pre-Chorus I stood there watching my breath drift off, Knowing I'd be late if this didn't thaw. Chorus I'm late again on Christmas morning, thanks to that windshield frost, Everybody's gathered up and wondering where I got lost. Kids are tearing wrapping paper, running up and down the hall, And I'm out here in the driveway waiting on this ice to thaw. Verse 2 My neighbor drove by with a wave and a grin, Like he'd fought this same battle time and again. I finally cleared a spot in the glass, Big enough to watch the traffic pass. The sun broke through for a minute or two, Then hid away from my view. Pre-Chorus Funny how time can crawl along, When you're already running behind. Chorus I'm late again on Christmas morning, thanks to that windshield frost, Everybody's gathered up and wondering where I got lost. Kids are tearing wrapping paper, running up and down the hall, And I'm out here in the driveway waiting on this ice to thaw. Bridge Maybe someday I'll live somewhere warm, Where December mornings don't bring a storm. But I'd miss these hills and the peace they bring, And this serene Christmas scene. The cold may win a battle or two, But Christmas still comes shining through. Family's still family, early or late, And they'll save a spot for your plate. Final Chorus I'm late again on Christmas morning, thanks to that windshield frost, Everybody's gathered up and wondering where I got lost. Kids are tearing wrapping paper, running up and down the hall, But the glass is finally clearing and this truck's ready to roll. Outro (spoken) "Next year, I'll just hitch a ride with Rudolph."
