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The Saga of the Tamale
The Saga of the Tamale
The Trinity were Beans and Squash and Corn,
Around the fire in fellowship,
These little gifts were born,
Though now our times are troubled,
And hope seems only folly,
Please sit down and join with friends,
To eat a good tamale.
* * *
Another year has come and gone,
The time has come to pass,
For some the wheel has turned too slow,
For others much too fast,
We look towards the new year,
With hope of dreams to last,
Let's celebrate with friends and fork,
This savory, sweet repast.
* * *
It's solstice time, the sun is low
The winter moon has risen
The light is clear, the days grow short
Our gratitude is given
The earth is cold, the air is crisp...
Our season to renew
Again we'll plant the corn that gave
These sweet tamales blue.
* * *
On Solstice Day the Sun stands still
Spray blows off the Winter Sea
Our breath is white,
We head for home
A good hot cup of tea
Tamales, chiles, corn and more
Around the hearth we're cooking
A slice that's quick, with knife so sure
The chef's not even looking
A hearty stew, Tamales Grand
When they're cool, we'll peel the husk
Pour on the salsa red or green
And feast from Dawn till Dusk
* * *
As winter fades the sun returns
Days and nights grow long
Alas dear friend,
The end draws near
To our little song
Look, spring returns,
The swallows fly
Back home where they belong
We'll join again, sing loud and clear
Our sweet tamale song
Jim Murdoch lyrics & music c.2006
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