[Idyllchat] Idyll memories from Pat Barnes

[Barbara Roy]

Pat,
What a beautiful cleverly written song. Thank you for sharing it with  
us.
Barbara Crowell Roy
Sachseln, Switzerland

On Dec 17, 2006, at 4:42 AM, Pat Barnes wrote:

>  A couple of years ago, about this time of the year,  there were  
> requests for folks to talk about their fondest memories, people and  
> places and special Idyll moments. And here we are again, wanting  
> the same thing!  At that time 2002 I think, on a  rainy California  
> night,  I made up some words to "My Favorite  Things" and invited  
> others to add on.  Idyll has made available many new places  in the  
> last couple of years.   So here it is again.  I have changed it a  
> bit.  See what you can come up with.  Sing along with it while you  
> add the words. You might want to shut your door!!   I'll try to  
> keep track of responses.  Pat Barnes
>
> Trainstops in CH and big bells on Swiss cows
> Raindrops in Holland didn't wet on our wows.
> Walking in Tuscany to church bells that ring
> These are a few of our favorite things..
> When the cowbells ring
> When the flowers bloom
> And I am feeling glad,
>  I always remember these favorite things
> And all the fun we've had!
>
> Coffee and baguettes and melons and cheeses
> The aroma of wine from the cellar beneath us
> Abbey in Tuscany, lone cypress tree
> Fresh strawberry tarts, a whole one for me!
> When the Eiger's fogged
> When some luggage is lost,
> And I am feeling rushed
> I suddenly think of the magical horn
> On our fabulous Swiss Postal Bus!
>
> Boat trips that glide on the great River Rhine
> The great taste of fondue, raclette and wine
> Mountains with grandeur to startle the eye,
> Hikers with walking sticks just passing by
> When the tulips fade
> And home seems so far
> And I'm feeling not so thin
> I suddenly remember the sound of the sheep
> As the boys and dogs herd them in!
>
> And I wish you all well for 2007,
> What better to rhyme with "an Idyll trip"....Heaven!
>
> Thanks Idyll staff for all that you do
> We wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you!
>  Pat Barnes
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