You came riding in
on the sunrise
on a hot
California day...
...with a fancy man
in a painted wagon
with some fancy things to say
Looks like
you folks need some water,
well,
water is my game
And for the small price
of 100 dollars,
I bet you
I could make it rain...
They all
just stood there staring
trying to believe...
...but there was one
named Lizzy Cooper
who said he was a lying cheat
She said
you call yourself the Rainman,
well you ought to be ashamed
Starting
all these people dreaming,
thinking you
can make it rain.
The North Fork
of the Yuba River
last summer
Step back non-believers
or the rain
will never come
Someone start
that fire-a-burning,
somebody beat the drum
He said
some may think I'm crazy
for making all these claims
But I swear
before this day is over
you folks are
gonna
see some rain.
"Lizzie and the Rainman"
Larry Henley and Kenny O'Dell, 1971
Performed by Tanya Tucker and others, but my personal favorite:
The Cox Family
"Beyond the City", 1995
As we got out of the car yesterday,
the roar of the river was deafening.
I really hate
using a word that is so over-used,
but it was
awesome!
Yes,
we did get some rain,
but it was disheartening to hear
that we are still in the drought.
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All that rain
didn't dampen Kai's bling of green
and all our good wishes
for a
Happy St. Patrick's Day.
...Judy...
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That was so entertaining Judy! I loved it! Thanks for sharing and linking.
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of Lizzie and the Rainman before Judy! Love the pics that went along with the poem too. Wow and that water rush is "awesome" as long as you stay way back! Thanks to much for sharing the poem and the awesomeness of your part of the world!
ReplyDeleteXO Barbara
Some times it's hard to believe there's a draught in places when you see roaring waters like that. Kai looks so sweet. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
ReplyDeleteSo glad you got some much needed rain there Judy. I don't think I know that song although if I heard the music I might. I love to hear the sound of water rushing down a creek or stream or brook. We have a brook very near us and I can hear it after a heavy rain. Lovely sound. speaking of which we are to get rain tomorrow and snow the next day. Spring is teasing at the door but winter weather is still stalking us too. Blessings to you and Happy St. Patrick's Day.
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning post, dear Judy, I enjoyed it so much, thank you !
ReplyDeleteMay the remainder of your week be blessed with joy
sending love across the many miles ... and Happy St.Patrick's Day !
Dany
Would you mind sending your little rainman to Arizona please, we are desperate for some moisture!! Glad you got a bit, even if it didn't resolve your drought! ...while Louisiana floods... :( Have a blessed rest of your week! Cindy xo
ReplyDeleteI wasn't sure about your post title when I first read it but this is just beautiful!! Thank you, Judy!! :)
ReplyDeleteJane
I heard on the news that California was getting some much needed rain. I hope you'll get more to end the drought......not tooo much though. Happy St. Patrick's Day to you and yours....we'll be celebrating my daughter's 40th birthday on the 17th. Always a special day in the year for us.
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What a great post, Judy! I think I remember that song. Boy, that was a long time ago, before I was married even. I'm glad you got a little rain and the pictures are wonderful. Thank you for sharing. Happy St Patrick's Day!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Sandi
Love the post and i had never heard about the Rainman. Get story.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures of the river. We had some very unusual storms, really raining sideways and the wind was terrible, but it didn't last long. We really need a lot more. But, it is wonderful to see everything so green and the flowers blooming. Now we are in the 80's. Crazy weather.
Kai, he is so cute. Enjoy the rest of your week.
Mary
We have been getting some too, but as you said, we are still in a drought. It sure has made a difference in the garden, absolutely everything is blooming! Let's hope for more.
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures Judy. Yes, we got quite a bit of rain...Yea! The song does ring a bell. Kai look cute with the green. Have a great St. Patrick's day. xo
ReplyDeleteWonderful, wonderful, wonderful - did I mention wonderful? What a great post - I was hoping it ended in rain - there is sure a difference in the two years. I heard the other day that a lake in CA (Shasta) had risen 117 feet with all the rain - what a wonder. You might still be in the drought - but you are climbing out. Great photos - just loved this post.
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ReplyDeleteOh sweet Kai looks so cute for St. Pat's Day. Glad there was some rain to help a little bit.
Have a great week end. Hugs. Kris
What a great post Judy, great pics too! Kai is looking super cute! Happy Easter week to you!
ReplyDeleteGina
Amazing photos, Judy!! Especially of Kai who is so cute!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping by!!
Hugs,
Deb
All pictures are beautiful and all perfectly photographed
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