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Tent songs is here!!
My morning routine was simple. Bundle up [it was in the low 40`s] fire up the camp stove and heat up some oatmeal and coffee. After breakfast I`d pick a trail and go on a hike. Usually around 3 miles and always on the lookout for blackbear and other wildlife. It was mostly just trees and their earthly scents though. Still beautiful!
After my hike I`d pick a spot on this bench overlooking Lake Ocquittunk to soak in the sun. I`d go here several times a day just to turn my brain off and relax.
Back at the campsite I started working on another song. Ironically I called it "Song" Because well...it`s a song written from the song`s point of view. I brought the song to life and it thanks me for saving it from staying buried in my head. Funny enough it felt like the song was saving me too!
As darkness set in I settled around the campfire and tilted my head back to watch for shooting stars and passing satellites. I wondered if I could be successful in writing a third song tomorrow...
On day three after hiking for a bit, fishing but not catching, and exploring some now deserted campsites, I went back to my bench for a PB and J lunch. The color of the trees reflecting on the motionless lake with the mountains and big blue sky behind it was truly peaceful! Life couldn`t get any better and I felt alive once again!
My campsite was roughly 300 ft. from the lake. So, a short walk and I`m ready to try for song number three.
" Come With Me" is a reflection of my little fall trip and an invitation to anyone who wants to camp and experience the beauty of nature up close and personal.
Once I got home I started recording right away. It was a much simpler process than what I`m used to. Just vocals, ukulele and acoustic guitar. Oh, and also the sounds of nature. The crickets, cicadas and coyotes bring me right back to that feeling of being bundled up and safe inside my tent. If you close your eyes and listen to these songs well...that`s the sound of the woods at night. [I guess minus my music LOL] Hopefully my songs will translate my experience to you! It was life changing for me! I encourage you to try it yourself if you`re looking for an adventure or just some inner peace! Hope you enjoy the songs!!