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Rural Rambles

Tune: St Fulbert

(\'Ye choirs of new Jerusalem\')

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There work to do, though too take time

In going through life\'s rhyme

To rest, and ramble as you may

Partake a pleasant day

 

By water\'s edge or country lane

Soul be refreshed again

in quietude and peaceful green

And fine wildlife scenes seen

 

By river-bank graceful heron

Takes off, a flightful one

Spreads wings, and clear-water below

Sun\'s beams or raindrops show

 

Enjoying views of creation

And then when journey done

Return in peace, calm and content

And maintain good intent

 

To walk, not rush, nor pressurise

As if strain for a prize

\'Tis not a race, but gentle stroll

Whether long or short all