Friday, March 18, 2011

When you're weary...


I have linked this post to Natasha's Sunday Song meme.

...feeling small
When tears are in your eyes
I will dry them all

I'm on your side
When times get rough
And friends just can't be found
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down


When you're down and out
When you're on the street
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you

I'll take your part
When darkness comes
And pain is all around

Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down


Sail on silver now,
Sail on by
Your time has come to shine
All your dreams are on their way

See how they shine
If you need a friend
I'm sailing right behind
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind


The world seems hard right now. This song has been on my mind for so many people living in fear and pain and suffering and worry and heartache...

Never forget...

Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down.

PS. Thank you Simon and Garfunkel. I only changed one word in this perfect song.

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53 comments:

  1. Joanne LendaroMarch 18, 2011 at 3:13 AM

    It is a fabulous song......

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  2. TerraMarch 18, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    Beautiful. And so timely.

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  3. AnonymousMarch 18, 2011 at 3:47 AM

    This so fits what it going on in the world right now and Easter which is quickly approaching!

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  4. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 3:54 AM

    Thank you Jenny...something many of us needed to be reminded of this day. God bless.

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  5. summersundays-jwMarch 18, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    I, too, say thanks to Simon & Garfunkel & to you for printing them. Some days there almost seems to be too much. That's when I have to stop & thank Him for the peace I have in my life -- today. We certainly never know what tomorrow may bring. Jan

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  6. Arkansas PattiMarch 18, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    The words do fit so well don't they? A lot of comfort there.

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  7. LaMarch 18, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    My mother loved this song. Yes, so many of our international friends need us to be that bridge over their troubled water.

    You're the best, Jenny. :o)

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  8. WendyMarch 18, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    My mother always said that song was overrated. I disagree. Great song, great images, great way to start my Friday!
    Have a good weekend!

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  9. Wanda.....March 18, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    So appropriate, Jenny.

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  10. TheresaMarch 18, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    Perfect to me! Have a blessed day, HUGS!

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  11. DonnieMarch 18, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    That was a beautiful song and this was a beautiful post. Have a great weekend.

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  12. ain't for city galsMarch 18, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    This is my absolutely favorite song! I sometimes put it on repeat and listen to it over and over again..I always thought it would be a perfect song for the first dance at a wedding...

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  13. Decor To AdoreMarch 18, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    I cannot listen to this song without tearing up...love it.

    I am contacting everyone as a reminder and an inquiry to see if they're attending the AZ blogger's luncheon on March 26th as I have to call the tea room on in the next few days with a head count.

    Details are on the Monday (3-14) post of my blog.

    If you are attending please leave a comment on that post.

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  14. Busy Bee SuzMarch 18, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    The lyrics are very comforting.
    Bless you Jenny.
    xo

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  15. Liz MaysMarch 18, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    That's a perfect set of lyrics. Beautiful.

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  16. Auntie sezzzzzz...March 18, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Makes me wonder... How is your mouth doing...??????????????

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  17. Leslie MorganMarch 18, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Thank you, silver "girl" ~ it was beautiful then and it's beautiful (and perfectly appropriate) now. Peace on earth, goodwill to all.

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  18. PeggyRMarch 18, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    I love that song.

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  19. AllieMarch 18, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Did you have your guitar out playing and singing along Jenny? I hope so because you are soo very talented. I loved the gift of song you gave me when I visited last time. I love you cuz!
    Allie

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  20. Lisa H.March 18, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    There are so few songs of comfort on the radio these days. Thank you for putting that one in my head for the rest of the day.

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  21. Mrs. MMarch 18, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    The song says so much. Wonderful.

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  22. 21 WitsMarch 18, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    This is a most perfect song! A few days ago I wouldn't even opened this post, just knowing how fragile I was, even these beautiful words of such hope really, and calmness are so truly tearing breaking as well! Thanks for sharing this Jenny...hopefully it will be spread around like wildfire!

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  23. JudieMarch 18, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Jenny, I am speechless. There is nothing I can add that has not already been said.

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  24. ConnieMarch 18, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Perfect!
    My heart is also aching for the people of Japan.

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  25. AmyMarch 18, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    One of my favorite songs by them. I sang it in HS with a friend. For an assembly. It was scary, but I love the song even more now.

    So timely. Jenny, you are wonderful and good and I am so happy to call you my friend.

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  26. BettyMarch 18, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Love it! That's a song I listen to every single day on my drive down here...only it's Johnny Cash singing on my CD.

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  27. Holly LefevreMarch 18, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Beautiful. I have not heard that song in a long while. Brings up lots of feelings.

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  28. SueMarch 18, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    This is one of my all time favorite songs. I have the video of them reuniting last year and singing it, it brought tears to my eyes. The world does seem hard right now. I finally turned off the news this morning and turned on some happy music. I just couldn't take anymore and wanted to stick my head in the sand if only for a couple of hours.

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  29. JoMarch 18, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    the world does seem so very very hard right now ... my heart aches for so many people and animals, pets ...
    wonderful song choice Jenny ...

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  30. Cindy AdkinsMarch 18, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Hi Jenny,
    This post is so poignant...I love that song. When I think of what the people of Japan are going through and the helplessness we feel here in regard to it, oh I pray that we can help in some way to be their bridge over troubled waters.

    Sending (((hugs))) your way,
    Cindy

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  31. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)March 18, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    There ya done went and did it Jenny...ya know it doesn't take much to set me off and now I'm whalin' out, "Like a Bridge Over Troubled Water...."

    Yes, how very fittin' this song is for the world right now.

    God bless and have a wonderful weekend sweetie!!! :o)

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  32. MelindaMarch 18, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Now you have made Nezzy cry goodness. Well I don't think it takes much right now for any of us to let go and have a good cry.
    This is a hard old world right now, I just hope and pray soon things will turn around.
    There is good news though....
    SPRING is around the corner and
    I have a guest at Dreaming with
    good news.
    have a wonderful weekend.

    melinda

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  33. Cait O'ConnorMarch 18, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    That is a fine song for our times. I have just been catching up here and I love your blog.

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  34. Ms. AMarch 18, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    That song will be stuck in my head now. Very fitting!

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  35. noexcusesMarch 18, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    I love this song, too and it makes me well up! Thank you for the beautiful pictures to accompany the timeless words in this song.

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  36. AnonymousMarch 18, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    I think this is one of the most beautiful songs ever written. Very fitting for all going on right now. Great post sweet Jenny. Hugs

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  37. jennMarch 18, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    howdy.

    i missed alphathursday this week. sowwy. (and yeah, those w's are intentional. hah!)

    i meant to tell you this sooner, but alas, i suck ... picky's hosting a giveaway. ten lovely novels are up for grabs. time is of the essence. for details get to the bottom of this (rather lengthy) post: http://bit.ly/dUNq2l

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  38. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMarch 18, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Beautiful, Jenny! The tragedy in Japan has been so heartbreaking. I have been praying for comfort and healing for their nation.

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  39. Maude LynnMarch 18, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Beautiful!

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  40. Susan AndersonMarch 18, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Dave and I were at a concert in Salt Lake City when we first heard "Bridge Over Troubled Water" at a Simon and Garfunkel concert. They were introducing their "new song," and it just blew us away.

    It's a masterpiece. And so appropriate just now.

    Thanks.

    =)

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  41. The Words CrafterMarch 18, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    A wonderful song and a beautiful sentiment.....

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  42. Pat TillettMarch 18, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    If ever there was a time for these beautiful words, it is now...

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  43. My Grama's SoulMarch 18, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    What a perfect song to share during these troubled times...it is just as meaningful now as it was when it was written so many years ago.

    Xo

    Jo

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  44. Natasha in OzMarch 18, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Jenny, I would love it if you could join in with this week's Sunday Song meme as this post is just perfect. I am dedicating my song and the post to Japan. I was actually going to post this song and changed my mind this morning.

    Best wishes and happy weekend,
    Natasha.

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  45. People Who Know Me Would Say:March 19, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    What a lovely, heartfelt post, Matlock! Just beautiful!

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  46. PondsideMarch 19, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    That is just what we all need - when Japan is suffering and we are all so worried for the people over there. Thank you.

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  47. Lenny LeeMarch 19, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    hi miss jenny! music is a real good way for coping out with bad stuff. theres songs thats been a big help for me and this is one of them. im loving listening on all the ones you got singing it. this is just a really nice post.
    ...hugs from lenny

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  48. AnnesphamilyMarch 19, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    So lovely! I miss Alphabe Thursday too. It has been such a crazy world here. Anne

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  49. BarbaraMarch 19, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Love that song! And the photos are beautiful.

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  50. LindyLouMacMarch 20, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Calling by from 5 Minutes For Me to visit all the wonderful tributes and music posted this weekend. This has always been a favourite song of mine.

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  51. Vicki/JakeMarch 20, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Haven't heard this for so long, but remember every word. I can think of a few people who need it right now.
    Actually, the whole world needs it...

    Hope Mother Nature is listening.

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  52. TinaMarch 21, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    you know i had only really noticed and knew the chorus before but the lyrics themselves are quite touching.

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  53. Splendid Little StarsMarch 24, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    This is such a gorgeous song--lyrics and melody.

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