Lauren and I

I rode through the desert, chasing shadows and dust, A heart made of steel, broken, covered in rust. You found me there, in the wreckage of my pride, And for a moment, I thought I could leave it all behind. I was wildfire burning, you were storm clouds in the sky, You lit up the darkness when I looked into your eyes. I held you close, but I couldn’t stay, Now your memory’s the price I pay. I never knew how to love you, though God knows I tried, I had everything to lose, and still had to say goodbye. I remember your laughter, like a blackbird in the rain, A melody so pure, it could wash away the pain. You saw in me a man I never was, You were always going to be the better half of us. I was wildfire burning, you were storm clouds in the sky, You lit up the darkness when I looked into your eyes. I held you close, but I couldn’t stay, Now your memory’s the price I pay. I never knew how to love you, though God knows I tried, I had everything to lose, and still had to say goodbye. You deserved a man who could build you a home, Not a drifter who left you to wander alone. I was a wildfire, reckless, untamed, And now I’m just ashes, consumed by the flame. I was wildfire burning, you were storm clouds in the sky, You lit up the darkness when I looked into your eyes. I held you close, but I couldn’t stay, Now your memory’s the price I pay. I never knew how to love you, though God knows I tried, I had everything to lose, and still had to say goodbye. So I’ll ride through the desert, chasing shadows and dust, But the only home I’ll ever know is the one I couldn’t trust. I never knew how to love you, the way that you deserved, I ran into your light, fell in the flame, and burned.

I rode through the desert, chasing shadows and dust, A heart made of steel, broken, covered in rust. You found me there, in the wreckage of my pride, And for a moment, I thought I could leave it all behind. I was wildfire burning, you were storm clouds in the sky, You lit up the darkness when I looked into your eyes. I held you close, but I couldn’t stay, Now your memory’s the price I pay. I never knew how to love you, though God knows I tried, I had everything to lose, and still had to say goodbye. I remember your laughter, like a blackbird in the rain, A melody so pure, it could wash away the pain. You saw in me a man I never was, You were always going to be the better half of us. I was wildfire burning, you were storm clouds in the sky, You lit up the darkness when I looked into your eyes. I held you close, but I couldn’t stay, Now your memory’s the price I pay. I never knew how to love you, though God knows I tried, I had everything to lose, and still had to say goodbye. You deserved a man who could build you a home, Not a drifter who left you to wander alone. I was a wildfire, reckless, untamed, And now I’m just ashes, consumed by the flame. I was wildfire burning, you were storm clouds in the sky, You lit up the darkness when I looked into your eyes. I held you close, but I couldn’t stay, Now your memory’s the price I pay. I never knew how to love you, though God knows I tried, I had everything to lose, and still had to say goodbye. So I’ll ride through the desert, chasing shadows and dust, But the only home I’ll ever know is the one I couldn’t trust. I never knew how to love you, the way that you deserved, I ran into your light, fell in the flame, and burned.

Without You (Verse 1) The sun still rises, but it don’t shine the same, The stars still sparkle, but they whisper your name. Every street feels empty, every song feels blue, No matter where I turn, I keep searching for you. (Verse 2) Time moves slowly, like a river gone dry, Nights feel longer with no hand to hold tight. I see your picture, but it don’t talk back, Just a frozen moment in a heart full of cracks. (Chorus) Without you, the world’s just a little less bright, Without you, every day fades into the night. No distance could change what I feel inside, But without you, I’m just trying to survive. (Verse 3) I count the hours till I hear your voice, Holding on to love like I’ve got no choice. Even oceans apart, I know you’re still near, But nothing can replace having you right here. No distance could change what I feel inside, But without you, I’m just trying to survive.

All pain No gain Waking up exhausted With blood stains Why do I even have to go through this Please no more procreation excuses All pain No gain Waking up exhausted All week long as A period gremlin A period gremlin How many times do I need to change Every piece of underwear My pads My tampons My cup My mind Is spinning from being dizzy Is just all the blood All pain no gain I’m tired of waking up Suffering again Why do we have to live like this Why is there no way to escape

(Verse 1) I walked in, heard the keys start playin’ Didn’t know my life was changin’ Till I saw her standin’ there, Golden hair and a dancin’ stare. She took my hand, led me to the floor, Boots tappin’, hearts beggin’ for more, Spinnin’ ‘round in the glow of the bar, Didn’t think we’d get this far. (Chorus) Oh, under neon lights, we took that chance, First came the music, then came the dance. Kept it a secret, let love grow slow, Now we’re hand in hand where the cold winds blow. (Verse 2) Monday morning, nine to five, Side by side, tryin’ to hide, Stealin’ glances, sharin’ grins, Countin’ down ‘til workday ends. No one knew ‘bout the love we’d found, Kept it quiet in this big-town, But every touch, every smile, Made it worth the wait awhile. (Chorus) Oh, under neon lights, we took that chance, First came the music, then came the dance. Kept it a secret, let love grow slow, Now we’re hand in hand where the cold winds blow. (Bridge) Christmas time, we stood our ground, We said “I do” with everyone around. A ring, a kiss, a promise true, Just me, her, and the winter moon. (Verse 3) Now there’s paw prints on the floor, Two fur babies we both adore. Coffee’s brewin’, life rolls on, Still dancin’ when we hear our song. (Final Chorus) Oh, under neon lights, we took that chance, First came the music, then came the dance. Now love fills this little home, With two warm hearts and a love full grown. (Outro) So here’s to the music, the dance, the night, The way forever just felt so right. From neon lights to wedding bells, Lauren and I, love sure tells.

(Verse 1) I walked in, heard the keys start playin’ Didn’t know my life was changin’ Till I saw her standin’ there, Golden hair and a dancin’ stare. She took my hand, led me to the floor, Boots tappin’, hearts beggin’ for more, Spinnin’ ‘round in the glow of the bar, Didn’t think we’d get this far. (Chorus) Oh, under neon lights, we took that chance, First came the music, then came the dance. Kept it a secret, let love grow slow, Now we’re hand in hand where the cold winds blow. (Verse 2) Monday morning, nine to five, Side by side, tryin’ to hide, Stealin’ glances, sharin’ grins, Countin’ down ‘til workday ends. No one knew ‘bout the love we’d found, Kept it quiet in this small-town, But every touch, every smile, Made it worth the wait awhile. (Chorus) Oh, under neon lights, we took that chance, First came the music, then came the dance. Kept it a secret, let love grow slow, Now we’re hand in hand where the cold winds blow. (Bridge) Christmas Eve, snow on the ground, We said “I do” with no one around. A ring, a kiss, a promise true, Just me, her, and the winter moon. (Verse 3) Now there’s paw prints on the floor, Two fur babies we both adore. Coffee’s brewin’, life rolls on, Still dancin’ when we hear our song. (Final Chorus) Oh, under neon lights, we took that chance, First came the music, then came the dance. Now love fills this little home, With two warm hearts and a love full grown. (Outro) So here’s to the music, the dance, the night, The way forever just felt so right. From neon lights to wedding bells, Lauren and Allen, love sure tells.

et this far. (Chorus) Oh, under neon lights, we took that chance, First came the music, then came the dance. Kept it a secret, let love grow slow, Now we’re hand in hand where the cold winds blow. (Verse 2) Monday morning, nine to five, Side by side, tryin’ to hide, Stealin’ glances, sharin’ grins, Countin’ down ‘til workday ends. No one knew ‘bout the love we’d found, Kept it quiet in this small-town, But every touch, every smile, Made it worth the wait awhile. (Chorus) Oh, under neon lights, we took that chance, First came the music, then came the dance. Kept it a secret, let love grow slow, Now we’re hand in hand where the cold winds blow. (Bridge) Christmas Eve, snow on the ground, We said “I do” with no one around. A ring, a kiss, a promise true, Just me, her, and the winter moon. (Verse 3) Now there’s paw prints on the floor, Two fur babies we both adore. Coffee’s brewin’, life rolls on, Still dancin’ when we hear our song. (Final Chorus) Oh, under neon lights, we took that chance, First came the music, then came the dance. Now love fills this little home, With two warm hearts and a love full grown. (Outro) So here’s to the music, the dance, the night, The way forever just felt so right. From neon lights to wedding bells, Lauren and Allen, love sure tells.

(Verse 1) Well, the sun was settin’ on a quiet backyard, When a little ol’ pup thought he’d play real hard. Luigi barked like a dog gone wild, Like he owned the place, like a runaway child. (Pre-Chorus) But from the shadows came a black and white glare, With murder in his heart and a cold, cold stare. Tail held high, walkin’ real slow, A tuxedo outlaw with eyes aglow. (Chorus) Oh, Salem don’t play, he don’t back down, When he locks eyes, you best leave town. One little pup thought he’d run the show, Now he’s shakin’ like a leaf in a late fall snow. Oh, Salem’s got that death stare strong, And Luigi won’t be barkin’ too long. (Verse 2) Now the dobie mix was big and proud, Never met a fight where he’d back down. But one look at that cold green gaze, And he knew he best be changin’ his ways. (Pre-Chorus) From the fence line, to the porch and back, Luigi stood frozen in a panic attack. Salem took one more deadly step, And that pup let out a whimperin’ breath. (Chorus) Oh, Salem don’t play, he don’t back down, When he locks eyes, you best leave town. One little pup thought he’d run the show, Now he’s shakin’ like a leaf in a late fall snow. Oh, Salem’s got that death stare strong, And Luigi won’t be barkin’ too long. (Bridge) Now my mother-in-law, she says “be kind,” But my tuxedo boy’s got a different mind. He’s a cowboy cat, got a heart of steel, And when he walks in, you know the fear is real. (Chorus – Big Finish) Oh, Salem don’t play, he don’t back down, When he locks eyes, you best leave town. One little pup thought he’d run the show, Now he’s shakin’ like a leaf in a late fall snow. Oh, Salem’s got that death stare strong, And Luigi won’t be barkin’ too long. (Outro – Spoken) Now that pup, he still wags his tail, But when Salem walks by, he turns pale. Some cats are cute, some cats just stare, But only one can bring that murder glare. --- There ya go, a country ballad about Salem’s reign of terror! Would love to hear this one with a twangy guitar and some boot-stompin’ rhythm.

🎵 (Verse 1) Deep sea vents by morning, down where the waters glow, Iron, sulfur, carbon, where the hot fluids flow. Chimneys rising slowly, minerals take their stand, Life was just beginning, in this hydrothermal land. [^1^] 🎵 (Chorus) Deep sea vents by morning, life's first breath took place, Alkaline reactions, in this ancient space. In the ocean’s cradle, far below the light, RNA was forming, in the deep-sea night. [^2^] 🎵 (Verse 2) Tiny little chambers, filled with energy, Catalysts were working, making ATP. Nucleotides assembling, building RNA, Deep down in the ocean, life had found its way. [^3^] 🎵 (Chorus – Repeat, Bigger Energy! 🤠🔥) Deep sea vents by morning, life's first breath took place, Alkaline reactions, in this ancient space. In the ocean’s cradle, far below the light, RNA was forming, in the deep-sea night. [^4^] 🎵 (Outro – Science Drop 🎤) Maybe Mars or Europa, got the same old plan, Deep-sea vents might show us where life began! [^5^]

America the Miserable (DOGE Edition) (To the tune of America the Beautiful) Oh beautiful for endless lies, For greed that knows no shame, Where CEOs get golden yachts, And workers take the blame. 🎶 America, America, The rich just take and take— They buy the laws, then rig the cause, And leave us in their wake. Oh beautiful for poisoned streams, For air too thick to breathe, For leaders paid to turn away, While forests burn and seethe. 🎶 America, America, Your future’s up for sale— The poor stay poor, they close the door, And justice tips the scale. Oh beautiful for empty dreams, Where debts will chain us down, Where healthcare’s just a privilege now, And hope can’t save a town. 🎶 America, America, They gaslight every fight— We scream, we march, they play their parts, Then vote away our rights. Oh beautiful for all the fools, Who still defend this place, Who bow to flags while billionaires, Keep spitting in their face. 🎶 America, America, You’re burning to the ground— The ones in charge keep living large, While we all drown and drown. Oh beautiful for shutdown schemes, For DOGE now calls the shots, Each agency erased with ease, While wealth ties up the knots. 🎶 America, America, Efficiency, they say— They strip it bare, then leave it there, And laugh while we decay. Oh beautiful for laws undone, For courts left in the dust, Where billionaires now privatize, Each service once for us. 🎶 America, America, Where profits come to reign— They cut, they gut, then call it just, While people scream in vain. Oh beautiful for silent halls, For offices shut tight, No safety net, no second chance, Just darkness, cold, and blight. 🎶 America, America, Where power shrinks and dies— The richest cheer, the rest live fear, And truth gets drowned in lies.

"Forever, Laura" (Verse 1) We drove down to Ohio, hand in hand, Chasing sunsets, leaving footprints in the sand. From the city lights to the open skies, With you by my side, life’s a sweet surprise. Late-night drives, the world fades away, Just you and me, no place we'd rather stay. We talked about dreams, laughter in the air, In the silence of the night, I knew you’d always care. (Chorus) Oh, Laura, you're my everything, Every road we take, every song we sing. From our first kiss to the games we play, With you, my love, I'll always stay. Ohio roads to the stars above, Every moment’s better with you, my love. (Verse 2) We’d stay up late, playing games until dawn, In that little world, it’s where we belong. Laughing at jokes, sometimes we’d fight, But we’d always make up under the moonlight. Your smile, the warmth that fills up the space, Every second with you, I wouldn’t trade a single place. We’ve built our world, just you and me, And in your eyes, I’ve found my eternity. (Chorus) Oh, Laura, you're my everything, Every road we take, every song we sing. From our first kiss to the games we play, With you, my love, I'll always stay. Ohio roads to the stars above, Every moment’s better with you, my love. (Bridge) Through every trip, every turn we take, Our love’s the rhythm, our hearts the beat we make. The years will pass, but this remains true, There’s no one else, only you. (Chorus) Oh, Laura, you're my everything, Every road we take, every song we sing. From our first kiss to the games we play, With you, my love, I'll always stay. Ohio roads to the stars above, Every moment’s better with you, my love. (Outro) So here’s to us, forever and more, With every late night and every open door. Laura, my heart beats for you, In every game, in everything we do.