Ancient River
from Hold On! by Craig Olson
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ANCIENT RIVER
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(Chorus)
Ancient River, deep and ageless,
ever flowing to the sea.
Ancient River, source of life's blood.
Will your body carry me?
Standing at the crossroads. Where do I go now?
Nothing is certain and it's hard to see.
A moment of decision, a quiet leap of faith,
until the endless River, washes over me. (Chorus)
You were only joking when you told me all was well.
Something snapped inside and you were lost.
But don't forget the feeling we shared so close inside.
Wwhen all is done this life is worth the cost. (Chorus)
(Chorus 2)
Ancient River, wild and restless,
ever moving through my heart.
Ancient Lover, flesh is quivering.
While seeking light we embrace the dark.
(Bridge)
And everything that I believe
comes into question.
And every love I've ever known
is so dear to me.
Ancient River, deep and ageless,
ever flowing to the sea.
Ancient River, source of life's blood.
Will your body carry me?
Standing at the crossroads. Where do I go now?
Nothing is certain and it's hard to see.
A moment of decision, a quiet leap of faith,
until the endless River, washes over me. (Chorus)
You were only joking when you told me all was well.
Something snapped inside and you were lost.
But don't forget the feeling we shared so close inside.
Wwhen all is done this life is worth the cost. (Chorus)
(Chorus 2)
Ancient River, wild and restless,
ever moving through my heart.
Ancient Lover, flesh is quivering.
While seeking light we embrace the dark.
(Bridge)
And everything that I believe
comes into question.
And every love I've ever known
is so dear to me.
credits
from Hold On!,
released October 15, 2003
Backing vocals: Cherish Flint, Larry Murante & Julianne Marx
Everything else: Craig Olson
Is there still an "Om" in modern life? Is magick, or at least a sense of wonder, within our grasp even now? I believe one of our primary challenges is to see the connections and similarities between us, rather than getting stuck in the separation or anger or isolation we sometimes feel.
The Ancient River flows through the earth, "flows through our veins and dances in rhythmic measure." (Rumi) It flows through our lives in every moment.. I'm no longer a "Spurchul" guy but I do think there is value in viewing these mysteries in a personal context so long as we remember that they are analogies, not descriptions. . She is the source of our life's blood and She will carry us.
Backing vocals: Cherish Flint, Larry Murante & Julianne Marx
Everything else: Craig Olson
Is there still an "Om" in modern life? Is magick, or at least a sense of wonder, within our grasp even now? I believe one of our primary challenges is to see the connections and similarities between us, rather than getting stuck in the separation or anger or isolation we sometimes feel.
The Ancient River flows through the earth, "flows through our veins and dances in rhythmic measure." (Rumi) It flows through our lives in every moment.. I'm no longer a "Spurchul" guy but I do think there is value in viewing these mysteries in a personal context so long as we remember that they are analogies, not descriptions. . She is the source of our life's blood and She will carry us.
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Craig Olson Washington
Beloved folk-rock troubadour on the festival circuit since his debut release "Beyond the Cedar Moon", Craig Olson brings hope, laughter, and a positive perspective on the trails we walk. With 4 CD's, a European tour, and countless shows in the US, his music is at once breathtaking and yet familiar. A true mirror of our times. ... more
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Oct 2010
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