-Still Wandering Through My Photo Albums-
More than two thousand long years ago
A figure of mystery appeared in America’s Southwest
And many through the centuries have been fascinated by him
But very much still remains unknown about his ancient quest
Some say that he was a simple man
Who loved to laugh, and to sing, and to play
Others believe he was an immortal deity with a mission
And they still attempt to unravel his ancient messages today
Some say that he was a very young man
Who in reality, was a traveling womanizer
Some claim that he was a sage old hunchbacked god
Who cared little for love affairs and who was much wiser
Some claim that he walked for thousands of dusty miles
Spreading love, good cheer, and extremely melodic tunes
Some believe that he was born somewhere down in Mexico
Others say that he hailed from an ancient civilization in Peru
Some believe that he was a stranded ancient mariner
Somehow shipwrecked off the coast of the Gulf of Mexico
Who had soon decided to make the best of the rest of his life
Wandering this land sharing his wisdom wherever he would go
Some believe he was an ancient traveling salesman
Bartering many goods as he journeyed along his way
Perhaps trading seashells, and jewelry, and animal pelts
For his next meal or for his next place for the night to stay
Some believe he was a mysterious immortal shape shifter
Who had the ability to change into insect and animal form
Some also believe that he was a very great musician
Traveling these vast distances so that he could perform
Most believe he traveled far and wide
Carrying a heavy pack upon his back
But much debate still exists today
About exactly what was in that sack
Some say that he carried succulent corn and squash seeds
Offering to help plant them to any who gave him hospitality
Others claim that he carried skillfully crafted wooden flutes
That he taught so many people how to play with so much glee
Some believe that he actually carried magical fertility drugs
So the men he met on his travels could impregnate their wives
Others claim that he really carried extremely important messages
From the ancient deities on how we mortals could lead better lives
Since this mysterious figure lived long before the days of recorded history
Modern mankind will never really know who or what this ancient traveler was
But you can find his likeness carefully etched into hundreds of ancient drawings
From the mountains of Colorado, all the way down to the jungles of old Mexico
And on my many travels around the southwestern part of North America
I always search for his image on petroglyphs with both fascination and glee
Because as I gaze upon these captivating old pictures of him on these stones
I somehow hear the enchanting timeless flute music of the one called Kokopelli
This Ancient One, who lived long before our recorded history
Is revered by Native Americans, and many to meet him do yearn
If he were to walk amongst us in this troubled world we now live in
Perhaps he could teach us a better way – Perhaps, we might even learn
©2008, Mr. Ed
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Blessings and Appreciation and Love ~~ Micke
Christine
Thought provoking write Ed, :) Ch'erie
Newfie Hugs, Rose
Be always safe,
Karen
Blessings,
Joyce B.
I shall look for this ancient one in my travels around the country and the world..
Much peace, love, and light,
Amber "V"
PS.I listen to a cd called:"Ancient Voices" Ah *Nee* Mah, new age2001
You would absolutely love this CD,,,you should get it..
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Georg
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.