Musical Sunday

This past week saw the death of one of my favorite musicians, the wonderful folk singer/songwriter Nanci Griffith. This video is one of my favorite songs, actually written by Richard Thompson but made into a hit by Nanci from her album "Other Voices, Too" ... she sings it here as a duet with Thompson.

The lyrics remind us that life is like a carnival ride:

You're goin' nowhere 

When you ride on the carousel,

And maybe you're strong,

But what's the good of ringin' a bell?

The Switchback will make you crazy,

Beware of the Bearded Lady - 

Oh, let me take my chances

On the Wall of Death!

I'm going to miss Nanci Griffith - the lady who has more songs on my favorites collection than anyone other than Jimmy Buffett.

Have a good day and enjoy the rest of your weekend. More thoughts coming.

Bilbo