12/9/08

Peace Is Possible

















Honolulu, Hawaii

Just a few days left until the Fire Tribe Hawaii Winter Solstice Gathering! A couple of weeks ago I started collecting ideas and key words for a holiday season chant. One of the best things about the Winter Gathering is that I get to celebrate with like minded and spirited people - such a joy compared to the many years when I struggled through Christmas, feeling lonely and disheartened by the whole consumer machine!

The "key" to the musical puzzle came from my good friend Billy Woods - who reminds everyone he meets to know that PEACE IS POSSIBLE. After again hearing Billy share his message, I realized there was nothing in the song about Peace - and that the various Winter Solstice holidays ARE the time of year when virtually everyone focuses on peace and harmony! So, the song became a Prayer - and Billy, this song is for you with love and admiration.

Also check out "I Believe in You" for a connected song...


LYRICS:

on the longest night we offer you
glad tidings and good cheer
a time of hope and wonder
at the dawning of the year
we welcome back the sun
rebirth for everyone

we remember at winter solstice
peace is possible for us

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CC.D.CC.DkTk

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