Wrapped in Swaddling Clothes, Lying in a Manger

More years ago, than either I or she would care to admit, on some Country Music awards show or other, an achingly adorable country cutie, sang a thirty second snippet from a song off her just released first album, as a segue into a commercial break.

I turned to my wife, and based on nothing more than that brief glimpse, said, "She's going places."

And indeed she did, because this was my introduction to the incredibly beautiful and incredibly talented Faith Hill. To say her rise was meteoric would fall short of the mark. As a devoted fan, I eagerly awaited each new record and the succession of supporting music videos. Her success launched her to the top of the country charts and then crossed-over to pop stardom, culminating in her stint as vocalist of the opening theme on Sunday Night Football.

This lovely lady released a lovely 2008 Christmas CD titled "Joy to the World." The following selection has become her signature song from the project.

http://www.cmt.com/videos/faith-hill/291605/a-baby-changes-everything.jhtml