Purpose is Freedom

Verse 1
I came from emerald shores, with a suitcase full of dreams
A fresh degree, no compass, just the wild and open streams
Thought I’d find myself with horses, let the mountains set me free
But the path I found was deeper than the trail I thought I’d see

Pre-Chorus
I was running on old patterns, serving coffee, clearing plates
Didn’t know I was deferring, letting others hold my weight
A gentle voice stopped me, said, “That’s not how we do it here”
“Let them stand, let them stumble, let them rise and persevere”

Chorus
I’m learning to be a Lead Mare, to trust my hands and heart
To break the chains of people-pleasing, make a brand new start
It’s not about the mountains, or the rivers that I cross
It’s finding strength in silence, and the courage to get lost

Verse 2
Childhood echoes told me, “Help them, that’s where you belong”
But I see now, in helping, I was getting it all wrong
I faced the chart of consciousness, saw my story in a line
“I have to help to survive” but now, I draw a different sign

Pre-Chorus
Shared my shame and my awakening, around the fire’s glow
Found my purpose in the telling, letting old illusions go
Every challenge, every trial, was a mirror, was a test
Could I trust myself with living, put my doubts to rest?

Chorus
I’m learning to be a Lead Mare, to trust my hands and heart
To break the chains of people-pleasing, make a brand new start
It’s not about the mountains, or the rivers that I cross
It’s finding strength in silence, and the courage to get lost

Bridge
Every stumble in the darkness, every demon in my mind
I learned to watch them passing, leave my comfort zone behind
With every task and every trip, my confidence would grow
From student to the teacher, more capable than I’d known

Verse 3
Now I walk in my own power, with my values as my guide
In a place where every person has a chance to turn the tide
It’s not just the wild country, but the way we live each day
Empowering each other, letting old beliefs decay

Chorus
I’m learning to be a Lead Mare, to trust my hands and heart
To break the chains of people-pleasing, make a brand new start
It’s not about the mountains, or the rivers that I cross
It’s finding strength in silence, and the courage to get lost

Outro
So here’s to all the mentors, the partners and the friends
Who let me fall and find my feet, and helped me to ascend
I’ll carry this new purpose, through the seasons as they turn
To empower and be empowered
That’s the lesson that I’ve learned

Verse 1
Under open skies where the wildflowers grow,
We walk the winding trails, letting our true selves show.
No walls to contain us, no roles to confine,
Just the whisper of the pines and the freedom to find,
A lesson in each sunrise, a truth in every stone,
Learning by doing, we make this place our own.

Chorus
This is freedom to learn,
Where the wild winds turn,
We find our purpose in the work and the play.
With our hands in the earth,
We discover our worth,
And the lessons of the land guide us each day.

Verse 2
Six principles to follow, six paths to explore:
Nature connection, conservation, and so much more.
Personal growth and self-sufficiency,
Empowerment, awareness, our philosophy.
We come together, turning experiences into knowledge
Every task, every moment, more than it seems.

Chorus
This is freedom to learn,
Where the wild winds turn,
We find our purpose in the work and the play.
With our hands in the earth,
We discover our worth,
And the lessons of the land guide us each day.

Bridge
Mistakes are our teachers, the wilderness our guide,
Responsibility and courage growing deep inside.
From saddles to saws, from kitchens to streams,
We build our tomorrow from today’s wild dreams.

Verse 3
No mindless distractions, no empty routine,
Here, every moment is alive and serene.
We learn from the land, from the creatures we meet,
From the cold if the woodpile isn’t complete.
We’re mentors and students, we’re seekers and friends,
The journey of learning here never ends.

Chorus
This is freedom to learn,
Where the wild winds turn,
We find our purpose in the work and the play.
With our hands in the earth,
We discover our worth,
And the lessons of the land guide us each day.

Outro
So come to the wilderness, let your spirit roam,
Find your higher calling, make this place your home.
With the freedom to learn,
With the freedom to grow.

Verse 1
The time has come, the lines are drawn,
No more hiding in the comfort zone,
I see the path where courage leads,
To speak the truth, even when it shakes our bones.

Pre-Chorus
I stand here as your equal, side by side,
Supporting your journey, with nothing left to hide.
Growth is ours to claim, but only if we dare,
To hold each other up, to challenge and to care.

Chorus
So I’ll risk it all, for your best interest,
Say what’s hard, even if it’s dangerous.
Our bond is meant to help us rise,
To talk upfront, to never compromise.
I’ll risk it all, for your best interest,
Because I want to see you grow.

Verse 2
We’re partners on this winding trail,
Accountable for every step we take,
I’ll help you see what’s in your way,
Even if the ground beneath us shakes.

Bridge
It’s not about being comfortable,
It’s about being real,
I’ll say what needs to be said,
So together, we can heal.
We choose our roles, we build our dreams,
Interdependent, stronger as a team.

Chorus
So I’ll risk it all, for your best interest,
Say what’s hard, even if it’s dangerous.
Our bond is meant to help us rise,
To talk upfront, to never compromise.
I’ll risk it all, for your best interest,
Because I want to see you grow.

Outro
We’re here to grow, to rise above,
To share our strength, to lead with love.
The time has come to risk it all,
For your best interest, I’ll stand tall.

Verse 1
I was just a dreamer, flipping through those pages
Flowers in the meadows, wild horses, mountain ridges
Dad brought home the promise, Wilderness Trails in hand
But life kept me waiting, with its school and work demands

Pre-Chorus
Years rolled by like rivers, but the dream would not let go
It waited in the quiet, where only longing grows

Chorus
Twenty years to the trail, but oh, it was worth the wait
Under open skies, I finally opened the gate
With Meg by my side, and my guide leading the way
I found a piece of myself in the wild that day

Verse 2
First day at the ranch, learning ropes and riding skills
Lasso in my hand, marshmallows on the grill
Family-style dinners, laughter in the air
Tucked into a soft bed, with adventure everywhere

Pre-Chorus
Morning brought introductions, Meg, my reliable horse
She loved her oats, calm and stable, on her I could depend

Chorus
Twenty years to the trail, but oh, it was worth the wait
Under open skies, I finally opened the gate
With Meg by my side, and my guide leading the way
I found a piece of myself in the wild that day

Bridge
We climbed through aspen groves, meadows in bloom
Saw grizzlies in the valley, goats on the high monsoon
Gathered wild onions, pine tips, potatoes from the land
Cooked trout by the fire, with new skills in my hands

Verse 3
Every day a new camp, every ride an unknown road
Meg carried me through rivers, up cliffs, she never slowed
I learned to trust her footsteps, her courage and her grace
And in those silent moments, found my own wild place

Chorus
Twenty years to the trail, but oh, it was worth the wait
Under open skies, I finally opened the gate
With Meg by my side, and my guide leading the way
I found a piece of myself in the wild that day

Outro
Now I look back with fondness, on mountains and the crew
On Meg, my surefooted partner, and the confidence I grew
Dusty, tired, but smiling, I rode home at journey’s end
Knowing I’d found adventure and a lifelong friend

Verse 1
I spent years chasing freedom down winding roads,
Believing it was waiting in faraway codes,
In the wild rush of festival nights,
Or the comfort of home, under soft Irish lights.
But every new city, every new plan,
Left me facing the same questions again:
Is this all there is, or is there more?
What am I running from, and what am I running for?

Pre-Chorus
It took stillness to hear my own voice,
To realize that freedom is always a choice.
It’s not in the leaving, or the places I roam;
It’s the courage to claim what I want as my own.

Chorus
Freedom is the moment you finally decide
To stop living for others, to step into your life.
It’s the quiet relief when you let go of fear,
The strength to be honest especially when it’s unclear.
It’s not just escape, it’s the will to begin
Living for meaning, not just fitting in.
my freedom, it starts from within.

Verse 2
I tried the safe path, the nine-to-five grind,
But comfort can trap you, keep you confined.
I found joy in the simple, in music and friends,
But the whisper for more would not let me pretend.
I learned that fulfillment is not just a dream,
It’s built in the choices that honor your needs.
From the chaos of crowds to the hush of the pines,
I learned that true freedom is something you find
When you stop running away and start running toward
A life that is chosen, not one you endure.

Pre-Chorus
It’s not just a feeling, it’s taking the reins,
Owning your story, embracing the change.
Freedom’s not perfect, it’s messy and real,
It’s the courage to feel what you’re scared to feel

Chorus
Freedom is the moment you finally decide
To stop living for others, to step into your life.
It’s the quiet relief when you let go of fear,
The strength to be honest, especially when it’s unclear.
It’s not just escape, it’s the will to begin
Living for meaning, not just fitting in.
my freedom, it starts from within.

Bridge
It’s learning your needs, it’s naming your pain,
It’s letting go of what you can’t change.
It’s gratitude for the journey, the lessons, the scars,
Knowing fulfillment is right where you are.

Outro
So if you’re searching for freedom, don’t look far away,
It’s the courage to choose, every single day.
To live by your values, to answer your call,
To know you are worthy, mistakes and all.
I finally see,
Freedom was always inside of me.

Verse 1
Down in the shadows, where shame and fear reside,
Life feels like a struggle, nowhere left to hide.
Anger and pride, they pull me down,
Victim of my story, lost and bound.
But a spark inside whispers, “There’s more to see,
A world of hope, a chance to be free.”

Chorus
I’m reaching up to a higher part
From darkness to light, let love fill my heart.
Leave behind blame, step into my power,
Grow with each moment, bloom like a flower.
High consciousness calls me, I’m ready to start,
To live with purpose, and open my heart.

Verse 2
Courage is the turning point, the first step I take,
Neutral and willing, new choices I make.
Acceptance and reason, I see the bigger view,
I’m not just surviving, I’m creating something new.
Self-empowered now, I shape my fate,
Believing in goodness, letting go of hate.
Bridge
And when I reach higher, where joy and peace flow,
Love for all beings is all I need to know.
Your joy is my joy, we rise as one,
In unity and kindness, our best work is done.

Chorus
I’m reaching up to a higher part
From darkness to light, let love fill my heart.
Leave behind blame, step into my power,
Grow with each moment, bloom like a flower.
High consciousness calls me, I’m ready to start,
To live with purpose, and open my heart.

Outro
So I’ll keep climbing, step by step,
Learning from the lows, never forget,
The higher I go, the freer I’ll be,
Living with purpose, in peace and unity.

Verse 1

You’ve lost the thrill of challenge,
Questions you’re too scared to ask,
No reflection, too scared of what you might see,
Then how will you discover your true self?

Chorus
What are you interests?
Not the job you have or the car you drive,
Define your goals, what is your passion?
Use it to find your purpose in life.

Verse 2

Will you take the challenge to look within?
Ask the questions you were too afraid to ask,
Reflection, when the moment is still, look within,
Your unique talents are hidden below the mask you wear.

Chorus
What are you interests?
Not the job you have or the car you drive,
Define your goals, what is your passion?
Use it to find your purpose in life.

Verse 3

You need the challenge to grow,
Challenge yourself to ask the question,
That leads to true reflection – who are you really?
What will you do to create something bigger than you?

Chorus
What are you interests?
Not the job you have or the car you drive,
Define your goals, what is your passion?
Use it to find your purpose in life.

It’s time to embrace the challenge,
Will you question the answers?
Under your mask you’ll find who you really are,
Your real skills, what you can share with the world.

Verse 1
Woke up with the sunrise, breathin’ mountain air
Coffee on the fire, got no worries, got no care
First things first, gotta find my feet
Shelter, food, and water, make that morning sweet

Pre-Chorus
But out here in the wild, every day’s a brand new chance
To climb a little higher, take a bigger stance

Chorus
We’re growing and evolving, step by step, we rise
From the basics to the beauty, reaching for the sky
At the ranch, we feel it all, from the ground up to the stars
Together we keep climbing, discovering who we are

Verse 2
Safety’s in the planning, keep the bears at bay
Learning how to navigate, and make it through the day
Find my place around the fire, laughter in the night
Belonging in the circle, everything feels right

Bridge
Confidence is growing, every challenge faced
Fixing trucks and shoeing horses, I’m finding my own pace
Curiosity’s blooming, learning nature’s ways
Awe at every sunrise, lost in beauty’s gaze

Chorus
We’re growing and evolving, step by step, we rise
From the basics to the beauty, reaching for the sky
At the ranch, we feel it all, from the ground up to the stars
Together we keep climbing, discovering who we are

Verse 3
Finding my purpose, riding mountain high
Guiding through the valleys, with meaning in our eyes
Breaking every boundary, giving all we’ve got
Building something bigger, leaving our own mark

Chorus
We’re growing and evolving, step by step, we rise
From the basics to the beauty, reaching for the sky
At the ranch, we feel it all, from the ground up to the stars
Together we keep climbing, discovering who we are

Outro
So when the night is falling, and the fire’s burning low
We’ve climbed a little higher, with every day we grow
At the ranch, we’re living, this story in our hands
From the roots into the sky, together we will stand

Chorus
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more
What’d you say?
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more

Verse 1
Saddle up your dreams, let the sunrise guide your way
Leave behind the fences that kept you in yesterday
Every hoofbeat’s freedom, every mile’s a chance to grow
On the trail to empowerment, it’s your spirit you must show

Chorus
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more

Verse 2
Out here on the open range, you learn what you’re made of
With every mountain climbed, you find the strength you’re dreaming of
Nature’s your companion, and the wild wind sings along
You’re choosing your direction, you’re writing your own song

Verse 3
We ride with intention, hearts open wide
Learning from the land, with the stars as our guide
Self-reliant, conscious, bold and free
Empowered by the journey, becoming who we’re meant to be

Chorus
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more
What’d you say?
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more, no more, no more, no more
Hit the trail, cowgirl, and don’t you ride back no more