Archive for June, 2023

Take Away One

Posted: June 30, 2023 in #poetry, My Tunes
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Take Away One
The song has already begun.
Look at the possibilities
And Take Away One

Take Away One
Makes it more difficult to run.
Everything used to be a breeze
‘til you Take Away One

Take Away One
It’s now someone else’s problem.
All dressed up and eager to explain
Then they Take Away One

Take Away One
Not enough shade from the sun.
Finally only one will remain
Until they Take Away One

Take Away One
Take One Away.
Soon they take another one away.
Take Away One
Take One Away
Now there’s no more to take away.

Don’t Say It MSK

Posted: June 27, 2023 in Poetry
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Doin’ the Don’ts MSK 2005

Posted: June 20, 2023 in Poetry
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Pretty obvious theme here! Self-restraint has a long learning curve.

Deep Inside MSK 2017

Posted: June 13, 2023 in #poetry, Poetry
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As with many authors, I often write about my personal experiences. For some, peace is not something to be attained but avoided. Quiet leads to suspicion and tension. Better to whip up some good old fashioned drama that helps you feel excited and important. In the center of the storm you can’t feel the winds ripping the rest of the world apart. This is what makes you happy, but there is only room for one.

Cut the Fat MSK 1995

Posted: June 6, 2023 in Poetry
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This was just a fun song in so many ways.  National news has always been a good source for ideas and material and Cut the Fat takes it all and smashes it into a kaleidoscope of political slogans to irrational fears.  In the recording I got everyone including neighbors, my kids and other relatives to sing and read news sections.  My wife Ellen did a quick run on the vocals to get a feel of the timing.  We never recorded another take.

When I Dance

Posted: June 2, 2023 in My Tunes, Poetry
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Destined to walk in a city
That does not care or love.
My hope drains as I go
But, eventually……

With an uncontrollable urge to laugh
I can’t help but dance.
Look around: they’re just friendly faces
The feeling of romance.

Working endless hours is no way
No pay, no praise, no life.
Needing what I can’t afford
Goals are for another day.

You don’t have to know why
Simply let it move you.
The energy is powerful
Rising up from the groove.

With an uncontrollable urge to laugh
I just can’t help but dance.
Look around they’re just friendly faces
The feeling of romance.

You don’t have to know why
Simply feel how it moves you.
The energy becomes powerful
Rising up within the groove.

Destined to walk in a city
That does not care or love.
My hope drains as I go
But, eventually……

With an uncontrollable urge to laugh
I can’t help but dance.
Look around: they’re just friendly faces
The feeling of romance.