Cliffside
Cliffside Reflections: A Journey of Preparedness and Survival
Lyrics
On a cliffside, waiting for you
Waiting in a precarious position close to the edge of a cliff, anticipating someone's arrival
Storm's a coming, I can feel the rain
A metaphorical indication of impending trouble or difficulty approaching, as symbolized by an oncoming storm and the sensation of rain
You've got an ache in your boots
Expressing discomfort or distress, possibly metaphorically referred to as an ache in one's boots, suggesting unease or pain
I'm worried, we have lost our way
A sense of concern or anxiety about losing direction or purpose in a situation
"I shoulda packed this"
Regret over not bringing something essential
"I shoulda brought that"
Regret over not bringing another essential item
Hindsight taught us better but
Reflecting on the wisdom gained from past experiences (hindsight) but acknowledging that it might not have been enough to prepare for the current situation
I thought I'd be right back
An expectation of returning quickly or imminently
I didn't bring a sleeping bag
Not having brought necessary equipment for comfort and warmth during a stay
a bundle of sticks and a rock house
Poor shelter or accommodations made from insufficient resources (sticks and a rock house)
On mossy ground I'll take a nap
Planning to rest or sleep on damp, mossy ground
I'll wake to wings of an old grouse
Expecting to wake up to the sound of an old grouse's wings
I feel a bear upon us
Sensing the imminent danger of a bear approaching
Smokey or Winnie would be alright
Referencing famous bears like Smokey (Smokey Bear) or Winnie the Pooh as potential bears encountered
In more than a hundred acres
Realizing the vastness of the surrounding area, possibly indicating a sense of being lost or overwhelmed
Maybe it's mad or maybe its fine
Uncertainty about the nature of the threat or situation—whether it's anger or peace
I must have left a trail of berries
Leaving a trail of evidence behind unintentionally
After all I had too many to hold
Realizing the excess of something left behind or dropped (berries)
I know you're getting weary
Acknowledging the weariness of the other person
Dreaming of pillows, and your belly full
Recognizing the other person's longing for comfort and sustenance (pillows and a full belly)
I know you're feeling heavy
Acknowledging the burden or weight the other person might be feeling
Dream of warm clothes, and your belly full
Recognizing the other person's desire for warmth and sustenance (warm clothes and a full belly)
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