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It’s Good to See You.

Lyrics: British singer-songwriter Allan Taylor.
Vocals: American country music singer, songwriter and 2010 inductee into the Country Music Hall of Fame, the late Don Williams, (1939 – 2017).

Yet another beautiful song from the “Gentle Giant” himself, the late Don Williams. The song is one of those quiet, heartfelt tunes that reminds us how special it is to reconnect with someone after time apart. It’s about friendship, memories, and the simple joy of seeing a familiar face again; something we surely all understand.

It’s Good to See You.

It’s good to see you, so good to see you,
Oh, how I’ve missed you, since I’ve been gone.
I’ve crossed the ocean, travelled through many lands,
And it’s good to see you, to be in your home.
There’s something in me that makes me wander,
There’s many a land I have to see.
And when I’m far away in a land of strangers,
I know my good friends think on me.
It’s good to see you, so good to see you,
Oh, how I’ve missed you since I’ve been gone.
‘Cause I’ve crossed the ocean, travelled through many lands,
And it’s good to see you, to be in your home.
Oh, it’s a wonder, when it comes to friendship,
No matter how far away, no matter how long.
There’s a constant thread that’s never broken,
And it ties me to, my friends at home.
It’s good to see you, so good to see you,
Oh, how I’ve missed you since I’ve been gone.
I’ve crossed the ocean, travelled through many lands,
And it’s good to see you, to be in your home.
It’s good to see you, so good to see you,
Oh, how I’ve missed you, since I’ve been gone.
‘Cause I’ve crossed the ocean, travelled through many lands,
And it’s good to see you, to be in your home.

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A Song For A Sunday.

It’s Me Again Lord.

Lyrics and Vocals: American gospel singer and songwriter, the late Dottie Rambo, (1934–2008).

It’s Me Again Lord.

Troubles come and I can’t find an answer.
Lonely nights I spend in agony.
I have no other friend that I can turn to,
So here I am Lord back upon my knees.

It’s me again Lord I’ve got a prayer that needs an answer.
It’s me again Lord I’ve got a problem that I can’t solve.
And I don’t mean to worry you, but here I am facing something new.
And I need help that only comes from You.
It’s me again Lord.

I know You’re mighty busy in Your heaven,
Forming worlds and hanging stars to shine.
But You promised if I’d ask that I could see them,
So here I am Lord asking one more time.

It’s me again Lord I’ve got a prayer that need an answer.
It’s me again Lord, I’ve got a problem that I can’t solve.
Well I don’t mean to worry you, but here I am facing something new.
And I need help that only comes from You.
It’s me again Lord.

I don’t mean to worry you but here I am facing something new.
And I need help that only comes from You.
It’s me again Lord.

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Tomorrow Is Forever.

Lyrics: American singer, songwriter, actress, philanthropist, and businesswoman Ms Dolly Rebecca Parton.
Vocals: American country music singer Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton.

“Tomorrow Is Forever” is a tender country ballad written by Dolly Parton and recorded with Porter Wagoner in 1970. Filled with quiet longing and hope, the song speaks about letting go of past pain and choosing love in the present, trusting that tomorrow holds something lasting and true. Its gentle message reminds us that even after heartbreak, love can still feel endless.

Tomorrow Is Forever.

Take my hand and run with me,
Out of the past called history,
And walk with me into the future of tomorrow.
Yesterday must be forgot,
No looking back, no matter what,
There’s nothing there but memories that bring sorrow.
Yesterday is gone,
But tomorrow is forever.
No more crying, tears leave tracks,
And memories find their way back,
Tomorrow’s waiting, let’s journey there together.
Yesterday is gone,
But tomorrow is forever.
I care not for yesterday,
I love you as you are today,
Yesterday just helped to pass the time while waiting.
We must forget, the passing time,
My love for you is the real kind.
The kind that won’t hurt you, no, never.
Yesterday is gone,
But tomorrow is forever.
Yesterday is gone,
But tomorrow is forever.
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Tipperary Man Among Visitors To Houston Space Center For Artemis II Moon Mission.

A proud Tipperary native was among the international visitors gathered at Space Center Houston ahead of one of the most historic moments in modern space exploration; the launch of NASA’s Artemis II mission.

Mr Seanie Ryan, originally from Kennedy Park, Thurles, and a former member of the Tweed and Kenny Ryder Superband, travelled to the renowned visitor centre prior to the launch of the Artemis II mission from Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on Wednesday, April 1st.

The landmark mission saw four astronauts embark on humanity’s first crewed journey around the Moon in over 50 years, marking a major milestone in global space exploration.

**Mr. Seanie Ryan and his wife Pamela, at Houston Space Center for Artemis II Moon Mission.**

Mr. Ryan and his wife Pamela, (pictured above), who previously lived in Houston and now resides in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, was joined by family members for the memorable visit. His daughter, Sarah, works locally as an American Sign Language teacher, near the Space Center, while his son, Kevin; a former member of the White House Press Corps, was present in a professional capacity, reporting on the historic launch.

The Artemis II mission has captivated millions worldwide, as the crew of four astronauts. including the first woman assigned to a lunar mission, undertake a journey orbiting the Moon before returning to Earth.

A well-known musician on both sides of the Atlantic, Mr Seanie Ryan has performed with numerous bands in Ireland and the United States. He is currently working as a professional soccer referee in America and remains a loyal supporter of Port Vale Football Club.

Mr. Seanie Ryan is also the brother of Thurles-based journalist Mr Tom Ryan, Rahealty, Thurles, whose poem commemorating the Artemis mission has featured in coverage of the event by his son Kevin.

The Ryan family’s presence at Space Center Houston added a personal Irish connection to an event of global significance, as the world once again turns its attention to the Moon and the future of human space exploration.

Bon voyage Artemis 11.
By Poet & Author Tom Ryan.

When there’s a bridge,
Between stars and sod,
Who knows all men may yet find God.
And so at last in one another
See ourselves as sister – brother
Bon voyage Artemis 11.
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Blue Bayou.

Lyrics: Co-written by American singer, songwriter and guitarist the late Roy Orbison and award-winning American singer/songwriter Joe Melson.
Vocals: The late Roy Orbison (1936–1988).

This song hereunder; written by Orbison and Joe Melson, was released in 1963, and is known for its longing, nostalgic tone about returning to a peaceful place and a lost love.

Blue Bayou.

I feel so bad, I got a worried mind.
I’m so lonesome all the time,
Since I left my baby behind on Blue Bayou.
Saving nickels, saving dimes,
Working till the sun don’t shine,
Looking forward to happier times on Blue Bayou.
I’m going back someday, come what may to Blue Bayou,
Where you sleep all day and the catfish play on Blue Bayou.
All those fishing boats with their sails afloat, if I could only see,
That familiar sunrise through sleepy eyes, how happy I’d be.
Go to see my baby again,
And to be with some of my friends,
Maybe I’ll be happy then on Blue Bayou.
I’m going back someday, gonna stay on Blue Bayou,
Where the folks are fine, and the world is mine on Blue Bayou.
Oh, that girl of mine by my side, the silver moon and the evening time,
Oh, on some sweet day, gonna take away this hurtin’ inside.
I’d never be blue, my dreams come true,
On Blue Bayou.