Number 10 for Grumpy Coyote's Bring the Song CD Challenge.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FD9rMajYVy4

It sounded fine when I previewed before posting,
but this posted version sounds clipped and scratchy.
Hmmm....

The first song I ever wrote
was for Svante's birth, a year ago.
This is my tenth song
and it's a blessing for his first birthday.

Simply a compilation of traditional blessings.
I'm sure you will recognize many of them.
The world needs more blessings!


Blessing Song (for Svante)
Copyright 2009 by Shas Cho

May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind be at your back
May the sun shine ever warm upon your face

May you live long and prosper
May your wishes all come true
May success be yours in every thing you do

May your life be filled with joy
May contentment fill your heart
May you always have a good friend by your side

May the force be always with you
May you find all happiness
May abiding peace surround you, come what may


May all men be your brothers
May your courage never fail
May you see the beauty in the world each day

May your words be true and gentle
May you be both wise and strong
May your heart be filled with light and shine on everyone you meet

May you never suffer want
May you never be alone
May you hold tight to those you love
and not to what you own

May laughter fill your mouth
May wonder fill your eyes
May your heart be filled with love your whole life long

Happy birthday, Svante
from Uncle Gandalf :=) (less info)