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Tightrope

from Crossroads by Steve Macdonald

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To most people, discipline is a four letter word (myself included). On the other hand, there's a lot to be said for focusing in on accomplishing your dreams. And when you focus, the effort to discipline yourself gets easier.

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Tightrope
©1988 by Steve Macdonald

When I sit here
Quietly thinkin'
Of my life
And how life's
Work needs to be done;

I can't help
Sittin' back
Quietly believin'
There's a balance
You must keep
To live all your own.

Chorus
Walk your tightrope
With gladness in your heart.
Look left, look right;
And then make your start.
Your tightrope is your lifeline
Your ladder to the stars;
It'll always bring you home.

When you look at
Your life today
There is more life,
More strife,
Things to bring you down.

Then you face front,
Draw a line
Between you and where you're going.
Then you walk that
Tightrope
To your goal

Chorus
Walk your tightrope
With gladness in your heart.
Look left, look right;
And then make your start.
Your tightrope is your lifeline
Your ladder to the stars;
It'll always bring you home.
It'll always lead you home.

credits

from Crossroads, released May 15, 2002
Steve Macdonald: Vocals, Guitar
Kylea Fulton: Flute

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Steve Macdonald Hamburg, Germany

A Michigan native transplanted to Germany, Steve Macdonald has been performing his brand of folk and folk-rock all across the USA and in Europe.

His concerts have been described as energetic, funny, and heartwarming. He sings songs from his life; as well as standards that everyone can sing to.

“A powerhouse, intense and focused.” – (A Fan)

“He’s clumsy and runs at the mouth.” – (His Big Sister) ... more

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