This is a song I wrote after my mom came and visited me when I was living up next to the Mt. Hood National Forrest on the way up to Goat Mountain, southeast of Estacada, OR We had a fun horseback ride on some remote trails and the memories of this ride and mom's exuberant love floods this song. I'm told it has inspired many to more grace. Hope you like it.
lyrics
LOVE IS ALL AROUND YOU NOW
by Jack Ely
Ear Force Music A.S.C.A.P.
Love is all around you, now
Feel it in the warmth of the noonday sun
As it beats down upon your back
Makes your heart begin to run away
As I plod this dusty country road
I think about the times we had together, mhmm
Now it’s summertime, the mountains calling
Can’t for get the warmth you gave to me
Just to see a friendly smile
On a strange face
In a strange place
Makes my day
Just to have someone to talk to
In a long time
As I pass time
Along the way
I come and go, oh yes, as I darn please
Got only time to help me catch the breezes
Maybe I, yes I’ll be back some day, hey
To laugh and sing this country song your way
Livin’ on your own in the mountains and the valleys
Gives freedom
A chance to grow
Makes you realize how far away the sky is
When you reach out
And try to know, that
Love is all around you, now
Feel it in the warmth of the noonday sun
As it beats down upon your back
Makes your heart begin to run away....
credits
from LOVE IS ALL AROUND YOU NOW,
released September 24, 2012
Vocals, Bass and Guitar – Jack Ely
Drums – Bob Metke
Strings – Unknown
