Thankfully, Judy Garland —who sang it to her young co-star Margaret O'Brien—refused to sing such "lugubrious" lines, fearing she’d look like a monster [9, 28]. The writers eventually softened the blow, giving us the version that acknowledges our troubles might be "out of sight" but aren't necessarily gone [16, 29].
: If the "fates allow," just enjoy the "shining star upon the highest bough" and leave the stress for next year [7, 20]. have_yourself_a_merry_little_christmas
"Faithful friends who were dear to us, will be near to us no more." [10] Thankfully, Judy Garland —who sang it to her
This year, don't worry about the perfect holiday. Just have yourself a merry little one. "Faithful friends who were dear to us, will
: Whether it’s 1944 or 2026, the sentiment of gathering "faithful friends who are dear to us" remains the heart of the season [7, 10]. Making Your Own "Merry Little Christmas"
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