Golden Chances

(Written as lyrics to the "On Golden Pond" theme song)

When there's no more tomorrows
to become yesterdays
and regrets drip with sorrow
too late to repay,
we will wish for the chances
to say lost goodbyes --

egos that fight
      blinded with pride.

But the sunlight that screams
in the skies gone away
casts gold on my memories
and become yesterday.

When I spoke without fear
of what you would say

I heard the wake of the morning
   lapping the bay.

We smiled at it all
and cried our goodbyes
on the shores of our memories
at the edge    of the sky...
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Mishra Avatar
July 5, 2020 at 7:41 AM
You've used creative metaphors for memories and loss Craig. This is really a heartfelt song. Congratulations on your win :)
Watt Avatar
July 3, 2020 at 4:40 PM
Craig, I loved the line "I heard the wake of the morning / lapping the bay." Also the reference to gold makes a nice On Golden Pond connection. Superb in tone and lyrical quality, congratulations on your win ~ John
Kauffman Avatar
June 30, 2020 at 1:52 PM
Craig, you had me from the first two lines. Such a beautiful lyric of parting, grieving and the comfort of all of our "golden ponds." Congratulations! All the best.
Hamilton Avatar
June 30, 2020 at 11:55 AM
Beautiful song lyrics Craig, I really enjoyed this congrats on a podium finish!
Wanter Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 10:29 AM
You really write thoughtfully.
Logan Avatar
June 27, 2020 at 7:59 AM
Hello Craig. What lovely phrases you've written, and though sadly posed, they are beautiful.
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