Lyrics: American country-folk singer and influential songwriter, the late John Prine, (recorded on his 1986 album). Vocals:John Prine.
Speed of the Sound of Loneliness.
You come home late and you come home early, You come on big when you’re feeling small, You come home straight and you come home curly, Sometimes you don’t come home at all.
So what in the world’s come over you, And what in heaven’s name have you done, You’ve broken the speed of the sound of loneliness, You’re out there running just to be on the run.
Well I got a heart that burns with a fever, And I got a worried and a jealous mind, How can a love that’ll last forever, Get left so far behind.
So what in the world’s come over you, And what in heaven’s name have you done, You’ve broken the speed of the sound of loneliness, You’re out there running just to be on the run.
It’s a mighty mean and a dreadful sorrow, It’s crossed the evil line today, Well, how can you ask about tomorrow, We ain’t got one word to say.
So what in the world’s come over you, And what in heaven’s name have you done, You’ve broken the speed of the sound of loneliness, You’re out there running just to be on the run.
You’re out there running just to be on the run. You’re out there running just to be on the run.
Lyrics: Scottish folk singer and songwriter Isla S. Grant. Vocals: Irish country, pop and folk singer Mary Duff.
Will You Walk With Me?
Will you walk with me through the darkest night? When my world goes wrong, will you make it right? Will you guide my lips, in all I say? Will you walk with me every day? When I’m tired and weak, will you make me strong? When my mind’s confused and all hope is gone, Will you take my hand? Will you lead the way? Dear Lord, will you walk with me today? Will you walk with me and ease my pain? Will you walk with me, give me hope once again? When my eyes grow dim, will you let me see? Dear Lord, will you walk with me? If my friends should go, when there’s no one there, If I call your name, in my dark despair, Will you come to me, will you ease my pain? Dear Lord, will you walk with me again? Help me find the strength just to carry on, Teach me how to pray, for it’s been so long, Since I fell on my knees, And ask that you forgive all my sins, Dear Lord, please forgive. Will you walk with me and ease my pain? Will you walk with me, give me hope once again? When my eyes grow dim, will you let me see? Dear Lord, will you walk with me? Will you walk with me through the darkest night? When my world goes wrong, will you make it right? Will you guide my lips in all I say? Will you walk with me every day? Will you walk with me, ease my pain? Will you walk with me, give me hope once again? When my eyes grow dim, will you let me see? Dear Lord, will you walk with me? Dear Lord, will you walk with me?
Residents and visitors from the counties of Tipperary, Clare and Limerick (Ireland’s Mid-West Region) are expected to gather in large numbers, to watch Ireland’s largest Christmas parade which will roll through the municipality of Bunratty, on Thursday November 28th next; as the County Clare village is transformed into a winter wonderland.
Bunratty Castle, in Ireland’s Mid-West Region will host Ireland’s largest Christmas parade in 2024.
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, supported by the local business community and Clare Co. Council, has announced that 400 parade participants will wind their way through the village to the courtyard of Bunratty Castle, where the annual switching on of the Folk Park’s Christmas lights will take place.
The procession will feature more than 100 elves, Christmas characters, the Tulla Pipe Band, animals from the Folk Park, members of the All-Ireland winning Clare senior hurling team, and Santa Claus, (whose sleigh will be drawn by six horses). Additional musical entertainment will be provided on the evening by the Bunratty Brass Band and two local choirs.
The parade marks the beginning of ‘Christmas at Bunratty 2024’ with 35,000 people expected through the gates of the popular 26-acre visitor attraction during these festivities.
Santa Claus will be making a welcome return to his grotto on the Village Street on Friday, 29th November. Visitors will have full access to Bunratty Folk Park Trail of Lights Experience and can enjoy puppet and magic shows and traditional Christmas tales with Bunratty’s resident Seanchaí, drop into the festive themed shops, meet and greet in the Ice Queen’s Cottage, and take a ride on the Polar Express. The ‘Breakfast with Santa’ event and Christmas-themed castle banquets also return for 2024.
Councillor Mr Alan O’Callaghan, Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council commented, “It is wonderful to see local businesses and the community of Bunratty coming together to support what will be an incredible spectacle for the village. Bunratty never does anything in half measures and this Christmas parade will be no different as the village prepares for its busiest time of the year.”
Ms Charlotte Rebers, Head of Operations at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park said, “We wanted to do something completely different this year by bringing the entire community together to celebrate the magic of the Christmas season. Months in the making, this parade will light up the village up with colourful characters, festive music and a joyful procession along the 700-metre route. Everyone is welcome to attend.”
Following the parade, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park will present a donation to this year’s nominated charity, Down Syndrome Clare.
Spokesperson Ms Bríd Hayes commented, “We are very excited about attending this festive event and we are grateful to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park for their fundraising efforts on our behalf. Such donations enable us to deliver vital services and supports for our members and their families to thrive and for the professionals who work to support them.”
The Bunratty Christmas Parade commences from JP Clarke’s at 6.00pm on Thursday, November 28th. The village main street will be closed to vehicular traffic for the duration of the parade, while public parking will be available throughout the village and at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park in advance.
All businesses in Bunratty will remain open before, during and after the parade. Bunratty Castle and Folk Park will be closed to the public after the parade in line with standard winter operating hours.
Songwriters: American contemporary Christian Music-folk singer and songwriter, Ellie Holcomb(Elizabeth Asher Holcomb) and American contemporary Christian music singer and songwriter, Lauren Ashley Daigle. Vocals: American contemporary Christian music singer and songwriter, Lauren Daigle.
Be Okay.
You’re gonna be okay. You’re, you’re gonna be okay. Oh, the sun will keep on risin’ in that old familiar way, And every little thing is gonna be okay. You’re gonna be alright, Darling, you’re, you’re gonna be alright, ‘Cause the stars will keep on shinin’ through the darkest night, And you can know you’re gonna be alright. Lift your eyes to the hills, Remember where your help comes from. Lift your eyes to the hills, You’ll never face a valley alone. ‘Cause even when your heart is breakin’, And you’ve gone and lost your way, Oh Lord you’re, you’re gonna be okay. You’re gonna be okay. I know that you’re, you’re gonna be okay. Not a care in this whole world that can take that truth away, You’re, you’re gonna be okay. You’re gonna be alright, My darlin’, you’re, you’re gonna be alright, At the end of all our breath, when we’re beckoned on to the light, Love’ll meet you there, you’re gonna be alright. Oh, the end of all our breath is the beginning of new life, Lord, you’re gonna be alright.
Lyrics: Journalist, writer, songwriter, and spy-catcher (Spy identified Kim Philby), the late Jack Fishman(a.k.a. Larry Khan), 1920 – 1997. Vocals: Welsh singer Tom Jones(Thomas John Woodward).
Help Yourself.
Love is like candy on a shelf, You want to taste, then help yourself. The sweetest things are there for you Help yourself take a few, That’s what I want you to do. We’re always told repeatedly, The very best in life is free, And if you want to prove it’s true, Baby, I’m telling you, This is what you should do. Just help yourself to my lips, to my arms, Just say the word and they’re yours. Just help yourself to the love in my heart, Your smile has opened up the door. The greatest wealth that exists in the world, Could never buy what I can give. Just help yourself to my lips, to my arms, And then let’s really start to live. Alright, (hahahaha, yeah). My heart has love enough for two, More than enough for me and you. I’m rich with love, a millionaire, I’ve so much, it’s unfair, Why don’t you take a share. Just help yourself to my lips, to my arms, Just say the word and they’re yours. Just help yourself to the love in my heart, Your smile has opened up the door. The greatest wealth that exists in the world, Could never buy what I can give. So help yourself to my lips, to my arms, And then let’s really start to live. Just help yourself to my lips, to my arms, Just say the word and they’re yours. Just help yourself to the love in my heart.
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