Grandma Barbara

Up & GoneC

Verse 1
I’ve felt the waft of bluebird wings brush softly on my face,
I’ve heard the kiss of raindrops falling softly into place,
I’ve tasted wine and vinegar and felt the sting of mace,
I’ve shed the tears of failure at the tail end of the race.

Refrain
But I’m up and gone, I’m up and gone, I’m up and gone away.
And I’m up and gone, what took so long, I’m going away today.
Yes, I’m up and gone, I’ll sing my song, I’m up and gone away,
‘Cause I’m up and gone and up and gone and up and gone to stay.

Verse 2
I’ve seen the singing suns of Summer die away too soon,
I’ve heard the wolves of Yellowstone go howling at the moon.
I’ve felt the swirling cool of water streaming past my feet,
And I’ve breathed the smoke of forest fires and withered in the heat.

Verse 3
I’ve melted in the loving arms and kisses of my wife,
I’ve sweltered in the desert seeking meaning for my life.
My heart has filled to overflow for someone else’s sake,
And I’ve found the key to living life in joy and peace and grace.