A Little Kingdom by Noon

Lyrics

[Verse 1] Mara, are you hiding by the pantry door? I brought two scarves and mitten pairs for four The kettle hums, the windows wear their lace I saved the biggest snowbank for your place [Pre-Chorus] You used to race me down the garden path Now I hear one footstep, then the hallway laughs [Chorus] Come meet me where the white hills start Bring your careful hands and your curious heart We can build a little kingdom by noon With a crooked flag and a cardboard moon If you’re not ready, I’ll wait nearby Drawing funny mustaches on the frosted sky [Verse 2] I found our old map underneath the stairs With cookie crumbs and yesterday’s dares The porch is quiet, but the world is wide There’s room for one more sled ride side by side [Pre-Chorus] No need to answer, no need to explain Just leave one mitten by the windowpane [Chorus] Come meet me where the white hills start Bring your careful hands and your curious heart We can build a little kingdom by noon With a crooked flag and a cardboard moon If you’re not ready, I’ll wait nearby Drawing funny mustaches on the frosted sky [Bridge] And if the winter keeps the door closed tight I’ll make a lantern from a jar tonight A tiny promise, warm and clear: Whenever you’re ready, I’ll still be here [Final Chorus] Come meet me where the white hills start Bring your tired hands and your hopeful heart We’ll leave a trail from the steps to the moon And teach the quiet house a brand-new tune No grand goodbye, no reason why Just two small footprints crossing the white sky [Outro] Mara, I’m waiting by the garden gate Take your time—there’s plenty on our plate