Saoirse

Verse 1

I grew up in Trim, where the river runs slow,

History in the stones, but I just wanted to go.

Castle shadows, small-town names—

I wore the weight of labels, never felt the same.

Dreamed of leaving, of breaking free,

Of finding a world where I could just be me.

But every road I wandered, every place I’d roam,

I carried the ache of never feeling home.

Pre-Chorus

I blamed the town, the school, the rules,

The anxious heart, the fear of being a fool.

Tried to outrun the pain inside my head—

But the walls I built traveled with me instead.

Chorus

No matter where you go, there you are—

Chasing freedom, chasing stars.

From Ireland’s fields to distant lands,

I found myself in my own hands.

The cycle spins, the longing stays—

You can’t escape what you won’t face.

Verse 2

School days in uniform, fear on my skin,

Never in trouble, but trembling within.

Horses gave me purpose, a place to hide,

Showjumping ribbons, but guilt inside.

I ran from the pressure, the need to belong,

Swapped schools, swapped friends, but the ache was strong.

Dreamed of travel, of something more—

But every new freedom just closed another door.

Pre-Chorus

I searched for comfort in wild escapes,

But found my patterns in every place.

Drinking, drifting, losing my way—

The same old story, a different day.

Chorus

No matter where you go, there you are—

Chasing freedom, chasing stars.

From Ireland’s fields to distant lands,

I found myself in my own hands.

The cycle spins, the longing stays—

You can’t escape what you won’t face.

Bridge

On a beach in Queenstown, I broke down and cried,

Realized the freedom I wanted was locked inside.

It wasn’t the country, the job, or the crowd—

It was the courage to face what I’d never allowed.

Verse 3

Coming home didn’t mean defeat—

It was a reset, a chance to meet

The parts of myself I’d tried to outrun,

To start again, to become someone.

Chorus

No matter where you go, there you are—

Chasing freedom, chasing stars.

From Ireland’s fields to distant lands,

I found myself in my own hands.

The cycle spins, the longing stays—

You can’t escape what you won’t face.

Outro

So here’s to the seekers, the lost and the found,

To the lessons that circle round and round.

The journey begins when you turn within—

That’s where the real freedom, the real life begins.

Verse 1

Came home with a suitcase, a world on my mind,

Thought I’d find freedom in places left behind.

But the castle walls of Trim felt softer this time,

Lockdown’s silence forced me to look inside.

No more running, no more flights—

Just me and my shadows in the still of night.

Parents tried to help in the ways they knew,

But their words and their comfort couldn’t pull me through.

Pre-Chorus

I’d tried every way to escape what I felt,

But the ache in my chest was a story I’d never tell.

Until a mentor appeared, with blunt, caring eyes—

Said, “Your stories are lies, let’s look where truth hides.”

Chorus

Shadow light, shining in the dark,

Uncovering the wounds I’d carried from the start.

Patterns repeating, pain on replay,

Freedom’s not out there, it’s choosing to stay.

To feel what I fear, to own what is mine—

That’s the freedom within, the truest kind.

Verse 2

She spoke of the shadow, the parts we deny,

The anger, the envy, the reasons we cry.

Suppressed as a child, they come back around,

In triggers and patterns, in feelings unbound.

It’s not about blame, it’s about what I choose,

To sit with discomfort, to learn from my truth.

Each trigger a teacher, each feeling a guide,

A map to the places I’d hidden inside.

Pre-Chorus

It’s not my fault what happened before,

But it’s my job to heal, to open the door.

To take back my power, to set my own pace,

To see every shadow as part of my grace.

Chorus

Shadow light, shining in the dark,

Uncovering the wounds I’d carried from the start.

Patterns repeating, pain on replay,

Freedom’s not out there, it’s choosing to stay.

To feel what I fear, to own what is mine—

That’s the freedom within, the truest kind.

Bridge

I learned to sit with the silence, to breathe through the pain,

To let go of stories, to start again.

The ego resists, but I’m learning to see—

I’m not broken, just human, and that’s enough for me.

Verse 3

With each conscious choice, a new path unfolds,

Aligning my actions with values I hold.

Accountability, honesty—standards I set,

Living for meaning, not for regret.

Chorus

Shadow light, shining in the dark,

Uncovering the wounds I’d carried from the start.

Patterns repeating, pain on replay,

Freedom’s not out there, it’s choosing to stay.

To feel what I fear, to own what is mine—

That’s the freedom within, the truest kind.

Outro

So here’s to the courage to face what’s unseen,

To the freedom within, to the space in between.

I’m learning to love every shadow and scar—

The light in the darkness is right where we are

Verse 1

I traded the bottle for sunrise hikes,

Swapped late-night noise for the quiet I like.

Thought I was growing, thought I was free,

But the world had a new mask waiting for me.

Found my place on a glowing screen,

Chasing connection in places unseen.

The likes and the follows, the numbers that grew,

But the more they increased, the less I knew.

Pre-Chorus

I felt the rush of being seen,

But lost myself behind the screen.

Validation felt so sweet—

But it left me hollow, incomplete.

Chorus

Who am I when the camera’s off,

When the world stops watching, when the noise is gone?

Is freedom found in being seen,

Or in the quiet, unmasking me?

I’m searching for meaning, not just applause,

Learning to live for my own cause.

Beyond the illusion, I finally see—

The truest freedom is unmasking me.

Verse 2

Work exchanges, hostel nights,

Surfing the waves, chasing the light.

Made friends on the road, found family for a while,

But emptiness lingered behind every smile.

Viral moments, the world tuned in,

But I felt exposed, nowhere to begin.

The story I shared wasn’t fully mine—

I was living for others, one post at a time.

Pre-Chorus

A mentors words echoed in my mind:

“What’s your purpose? What will you find?”

I faced the truth I tried to hide—

My worth was never meant to be defined outside.

Chorus

Who am I when the camera’s off,

When the world stops watching, when the noise is gone?

Is freedom found in being seen,

Or in the quiet, unmasking me?

I’m searching for meaning, not just applause,

Learning to live for my own cause.

Beyond the illusion, I finally see—

The truest freedom is unmasking me.

Bridge

Breaking up with my phone, step by step,

Learning to breathe, to feel, to rest.

Walking in nature, letting go of the show,

Finding my center, letting presence grow.

Verse 3

Now I choose intention, not just routine,

Living for moments that can’t be seen.

Supporting local, planting seeds,

Learning self-sufficiency, meeting my needs.

No longer defined by what others see—

I’m building a life that’s honest and free.

Chorus

Who am I when the camera’s off,

When the world stops watching, when the noise is gone?

Is freedom found in being seen,

Or in the quiet, unmasking me?

I’m searching for meaning, not just applause,

Learning to live for my own cause.

Beyond the illusion, I finally see—

The truest freedom is unmasking me.

Outro

So here’s to the courage to live my truth,

To shed the masks and reclaim my youth.

The journey within is where I’ll be—

Unmasked, unfiltered, finally me.

Verse 1
Graduation cap in hand, standing at the edge,
The world lays out its blueprint—steady job, a lifelong pledge.
Comfort’s arms are open, safe routines call my name,
A partner by my side, a nine to five—should I play the game?
But a quiet voice is rising, a hunger I can’t ignore,
Whispering, “Is this all there is, or could there be something more?”

Pre-Chorus
I tried to fit the pattern, wore the suit, played the part,
But the ache for meaning grew louder in my heart.
Took roads that led in circles, chasing what I thought I knew,
But every wrong turn taught me what I needed to break through.

Chorus
Is there more to life than ticking off the list?
More than comfort, more than what I might have missed?
I fought the call for so long, afraid to let it show—
But now I see the courage is in letting go.
I’ve got the tools, I’ve learned from every fall,
Ready for adventure, ready to answer the call.

Verse 2
Festival lights and summer nights, a van and open road,
Chasing fleeting highs, but the emptiness would grow.
A partner’s dreams beside me, a job that paid the bills,
But my soul kept wandering, restless for new thrills.
I tried to settle down, to find contentment in routine,
And for the first time, I found peace in the life between.
It was no longer a cage—I found my grounding there,
That’s how I knew I was ready, I could finally dare.
No longer running away, I was running toward—
The life I’d imagined, the dreams unexplored.

Pre-Chorus
The comfort felt like safety, a place to rest and grow,
But my heart became my compass, showing me where to go.
I weighed the risks and rewards, the cost of staying still,
And found the only pain was in denying what I feel.

Chorus
Is there more to life than ticking off the list?
More than comfort, more than what I might have missed?
I fought the call for so long, afraid to let it show—
But now I see the courage is in letting go.
I’ve got the tools, I’ve learned from every fall,
Ready for adventure, ready to answer the call.

Bridge
It’s not about the certainty, or knowing every step,
It’s trusting in the journey, in the wisdom that I’ve kept.
I found my peace in the ordinary, and that’s where it began—
The courage to move forward, to trust in who I am.

Verse 3
Now the path is open, the horizon wide and clear,
I’m stepping from the comfort, letting go of every fear.
No longer running from, but running toward the unknown—
With gratitude for the peace that made me feel at home.

Chorus
Is there more to life than ticking off the list?
More than comfort, more than what I might have missed?
I fought the call for so long, afraid to let it show—
But now I see the courage is in letting go.
I’ve got the tools, I’ve learned from every fall,
Ready for adventure, ready to answer the call.

Outro
So here’s to the courage to live consciously and true,
To trust the quiet longing, to begin again anew.
The freedom to choose our direction in life,
To live consciously, to follow our heart, to embrace what feels right.

Verse 1
I could tell you of mountains, wildflowers in bloom,
Of horses and meadows, adventure assumed.
But this isn’t a story of dreams on a screen,
It’s a climb much steeper than I’d ever seen.
Not just a holiday, not just a role,
A challenge that called to the depths of my soul.

Verse 2
Nervous and restless as I boarded the plane,
Old patterns and questions ran through my brain.
I’d grown to like who I was back at home,
But what if this journey would shake up my own?
Letting go of the doubts that had followed me here,
I chose to see growth in the face of my fear.

Chorus
So I opened my heart to the wild and unknown,
Let the past fall away as I left my home.
With each breath, a promise, with each day, a test—
To trust in the process and give it my best.

Verse 3
A city, a shuttle, a story retold,
A salmon sandwich, a lesson of old.
With every new moment, I opened my mind,
Ready for wisdom and truths I would find.
In the wild, the risks were suddenly real,
All fears to the surface, needed the courage to feel.

Chorus
So I opened my heart to the wild and unknown,
Let the past fall away as I left my home.
With each breath, a promise, with each day, a test—
To trust in the process and give it my best.

Verse 4
Met the crew at the table, each one unique,
Six guiding principles, the purpose I seek.
Nature connection, conservation, and more,
Self-sufficiency, growth, and what lies in store.
First ride with Scout, the river ran cold,
Trusting her spirit, I tried to be bold.

Chorus
So I opened my heart to the wild and unknown,
Let the past fall away as I left my home.
With each breath, a promise, with each day, a test—
To trust in the process and give it my best.

Verse 5
Evening reflections, we shared and we learned,
Gratitude rising for wisdom I earned.
Conservation and stewardship, lessons so clear,
Grateful for simply being right here.
Cold nights and exhaustion, the doubts and the strain,
But each little victory was worth all the pain.

Verse 6
Old habits were challenged, embarrassed and raw,
A moment of truth in the feedback I saw.
People pleasing patterns, roles I outgrew,
Learning self-trust in the work that I do.
Ownership and honesty, I spoke up at last,
Released the old stories, let go of the past.

Bridge
Packing the horses, learning each knot,
Mentoring, failing, giving all that I’ve got.
Mountains and rivers, the wilderness wide,
Finding my purpose I carried inside.

Chorus
So I opened my heart to the wild and unknown,
Let the past fall away as I left my home.
With each breath, a promise, with each day, a test—
To trust in the process and give it my best.

Outro

So here’s to the journey, both rugged and true,
To trials and errors, to breaking through.
Not just the adventure the world wants to see,
But the inward journey that’s changing me.

The threshold I crossed was not marked on the land—
But a doorway within, that awareness unmanned.
Once you awaken, there’s no turning back—
You walk a new path, no room for old tracks.

So here’s to the promise I quietly make:
To keep choosing growth, for my own spirit’s sake.

Verse 1

I spent my life searching for answers outside,
Chasing the next job, the next place to reside.
But arriving here, I saw I’d been blind—
The real questions live in the heart and the mind.
Not “what do I do?” but “who do I choose to be?”
A journey of becoming, not just what others see.

Verse 2
Guide school behind me, I thought I knew the script,
Clock in, clock out, let my hours just slip.
But here, the work is measured by the heart,
Building a foundation that won’t fall apart.
No title or res you may, no approval to win—
The strength that I needed was waiting within.

Chorus
So I started to question, reflect, and explore,
What am I here for, what do I stand for?
Conscious choices, aligning my soul,
Learning that meaning is making me whole.

Verse 3
A questionnaire in hand, not a test to get through,
But a mirror for my purpose, my values, my view.
Not someone else’s judgment, but a choice of my own,
To match who I am with the seeds I have sown.
Each answer a step, each goal a new start,
Connecting my work to the truth in my heart.

Chorus
So I started to question, reflect, and explore,
What am I here for, what do I stand for?
Intentional choices, aligning my soul,
Learning that meaning is making me whole.

Bridge
The courage to face every fear in my mind,
To see that old limits are ones I designed.
The mouse within wants comfort, but growth calls me out—
To try, to stumble, to move past my doubt.
I learned that real purpose is not what I do,
But the person I’m building, the vision I pursue.

Verse 4
From changing a tire to planting a seed,
Each lesson in presence, each moment a need.
Mentors and allies, the wisdom they share,
Helped me see clearly the power and care.
No more hiding behind what’s easy or known—
The work is within me, the roots I have grown.

Chorus
So I started to question, reflect, and explore,
What am I here for, what do I stand for?
Intentional choices, aligning my soul,
Learning that meaning is making me whole.

Outro
So here’s to the foundation on values we choose,
Not on titles or praise that we could win or lose.
With each test and each ally, we learn anew—
The foundation within is what will carry us through

Verse 1
I stepped from the sidelines, no longer a guest,
Now front and center, put to the test.
Not just for myself, but for others I’d lead,
Facing the awkwardness, doubt, and the need,
To be willing to stumble, to risk looking small—
To be a master someday, you must first risk it all.

Verse 2
A firearms course, a challenge unplanned,
A book full of theory I barely could stand.
Panic and pressure, old voices of shame,
But I chose to stay, not quit the game.
Studied all night, turned fear into drive,
Ownership and effort, I came out alive.
Raised my hand, asked for help,
Found I wasn’t alone—others felt it as well.

Chorus
I’ll stumble and falter, but still push ahead,
Each failure and trial rewrites what I’ve said.
It’s not about never falling, but rising once more—
Through the fear and shadows, I find what I’m here for.

Verse 3
Back at the ranch, no time to rest,
Packing and planning, put skills to the test.
Exhaustion and nerves, mistakes on the ride,
Doubt crept in, I wanted to hide.
But my team stepped in, turned pressure to play,
Reminded me growth is built day by day.

Chorus
I’ll stumble and falter, but still push ahead,
Each failure and trial rewrites what I’ve said.
It’s not about never falling, but rising once more—
Through the fear and shadows, I find what I’m here for.

Verse 4
The trail was relentless, the river ran deep,
Horses and people, promises to keep.
A horse with a wound, a guest in distress,
I learned to ask for help and not just guess.
Teamwork and honesty, humility too,
Real strength is in asking, and seeing it through.

Bridge
The wilderness tested what comfort can’t reach,
With every mistake, a new lesson to teach.
Not just my thoughts, but the actions I take,
That’s where the courage and confidence wake.

Verse 5
I found my own limits and learned to forgive,
Let go of perfection and just choose to live.
Feedback and teamwork, I learned to receive,
Raised my own standards, began to believe.
The “inmost cave” wasn’t out on the land—
But facing my fears, with trembling hands.

Chorus
I’ll stumble and falter, but still push ahead,
Each failure and trial rewrites what I’ve said.
It’s not about never falling, but rising once more—
Through the fear and shadows, I find what I’m here for.

Outro
We are not just our thoughts, but the actions we choose,
With courage and honesty, there’s nothing to lose.
The real test is within, and we will move ahead—
Failing forward with heart, we can choose growth instead.

Verse 1
There’s a voice in the wild when comfort is gone,
A primal instinct that keeps pushing me on.
Back at the ranch, I breathe in relief,
Reflecting on trials, on pain and belief.
We gather as one, to share what we’ve learned,
Owning our choices, the wins we have earned.
But when it’s time to step up, I feel the strain—
Excuses and waiting, old habits remain.
A question is asked: “What do you stand for?”
I realize my values must guide every action more.

Verse 2
I make a commitment, my standards won’t fade,
Not just when I’m rested, but every day.
I greet the new guests, lead with a smile,
Nerves in my chest as we ride the first mile.
The trail’s overgrown, the path isn’t clear,
But I steady my breath and push through the fear.
I share our philosophy, the lessons I’ve found,
Trusting my instincts, I stand on new ground.
Packing and planning, the team pulls as one,
Through laughter and setbacks, the hard work gets done.

Chorus
Do it, or die—when the storm’s closing in,
No turning back, you just dig deep within.
The rain’s pouring down, the trail disappears,
But I find my resolve, move forward through fears.

Verse 3
Mud on my boots, my legs burning with pain,
Staking in the meadow in cold, driving rain.
The horses are hungry, the mountain is steep,
But teamwork and grit pull us out of the deep.
The ride home is brutal, soaked to the bone,
Each hour a battle, but I’m not alone.
Sliding down hillsides, chasing the herd,
Crossing cold rivers, no time for a word.
In the heart of the storm, I hear the refrain:
Do it, or die—let go or remain.

Bridge
Adrenaline surges, my senses alive,
I tap into strength I didn’t know could survive.
The wild strips away all the comfort I’ve known,
Revealing a power that’s deeply my own.
Each challenge a teacher, each ordeal a test,
I rise to the moment, I give it my best.

Verse 4
Back at the ranch, the fire and friends,
A wild harvest dinner, the warmth never ends.
A quiet new confidence settles in me,
Not for applause, but for knowing I’m free.
The joy of belonging, of being a part,
A sense of connection that lives in my heart.
The ordeal behind me, I see who I’ve become—
Stronger and braver, the journey’s begun.

Chorus
So here’s to when the moment arrives,
When its do it or die, we realize we’ll survive.
The ordeal that transforms us, we can’t see the same,
A new sense of self, a new reference frame.

Outro
The wild is our teacher, the ordeal the test,
It strips us to our essence, reveals all the rest.
In the heart of the storm, we find what is real—
Commitment, belonging, the courage to feel.
Now comfort is deeper, and confidence true—
Do it, or die, and be born anew.

Verse 1
I spent years on the outside, just trying to fit in,
Chasing acceptance, hiding the truth within.
But here in this wild place, something new began—
Not just friendships, but partnerships, built on who I am.
Shared values and standards, every challenge we face,
A test of our character, not just a race.
For the first time I’m seen, not for what I do,
But for who I am, and for showing up true.

Chorus
This is more than survival, more than the ride,
It’s knowing your soul has someone beside.
Through challenge and trust, through laughter and fear,
Spiritual partnership—supporting growth here

Verse 2
No time to recover, another quest on the line,
My partner and I packed light, left old baggage behind.
Off-trail through the mountains, just two horses and us,
Learning to trust, to adapt, and adjust.
Wrong turns and worries, the panic would rise,
But each time we paused, we’d recalibrate and try.
The more we got lost, the less I would fear—
Because together, I knew we’d always get clear.
Jack, my wild horse, led us to the blue,
Lorna Lake shining—a world born anew.
Each challenge a puzzle, each moment a test,
Our bond growing deeper as we gave it our best.

Chorus
This is more than survival, more than the ride,
It’s knowing your soul has someone beside.
Through challenge and trust, through laughter and fear,
Spiritual partnership—supporting growth here

Verse 3 (Middle/End: Ceremony, Crisis, and Community)
We rode for a purpose, to sacred ground,
Guiding a gathering where peace would be found.
A crisis with Meg, blood on my hands,
Tested our courage, our trust, and our plans.
Alone on the trail, I faced what was real,
Trusting my partners, the bond we could feel.
Support from afar, a safety net strong,
Community holding us, helping along.
Ceremony’s fire, tradition and song,
Reminded me where my roots belong.

Bridge (End: The Reward and Realization)
This experience is so different, so true,
Built on commitment, compassion, and courage too.
Conscious communication, honesty, trust,
Supporting each other is more than a must.
No longer alone, I belong to this place,
A community built on respect and on grace

Chorus
This is spiritual partnership, not just a name—
A bond built on growth, not fortune or fame.
Every challenge a test, every moment a chance,
To show up with courage, to trust in the dance.
Belonging that rises from deep down within,
A community of growth, where true journeys begin

Outro
So here’s to the journey, the lessons, the pain,
To spiritual partners, and all that we gain.
The reward is the growth, the courage to see—
The making of partnerships, and the making of me

Verse 1
I spent my life chasing dreams just out of sight,
Thinking If I climbed high enough, tried hard enough, I’d get it just right.
But here in the wild, I found something more—
A quiet surge inside me, a power at my core.
It’s not success by the world’s measure, not praise or a prize,
But the feeling of rising each time that I try.
With every challenge I faced, every fear I outgrew,
I discovered the secret was always within view.

Verse 2
After Graveyard Valley’s lessons, more journeys began,
I took on new roles, more weight in my hands.
A mentor asked, “Are you ready to lead?”—my heart skipped a beat,
On paper I was ready, but old doubts tried to compete.
If I waited to feel certain, I’d never move on,
So I said “yes” with a shaky voice, and chose to be strong.
A break by the lake, letting nerves drift away,
Remembering Karen’s words: doubt means you’re ready for change.
Like a bird on the edge, unsure it can fly,
I took the leap anyway, and soared to the sky.

Chorus 
Empowerment’s a secret, but not hard to find—
It’s the courage to act, the trust in our mind.
It’s the quiet confidence from doing what’s hard,
The reward isn’t out there, it lives in our heart.
The more that we share it, the more it will grow—
Empowerment’s a current, a force in the flow.

Verse 3
Manon joined as my shadow, Mia stepped up as guide,
We practiced new roles, with patience and pride.
Mentoring Mia, I learned to let go,
To trust in her process, help her confidence grow.
Each mistake, each success, we celebrated as one,
Learning together, the work never done.
I watched her grow braver, saw myself in her place,
Realized empowerment is something we all can embrace.

Chorus
Empowerment’s a secret, but not hard to find—
It’s the courage to act, the trust in our mind.
It’s the quiet confidence from doing what’s hard,
The reward isn’t out there, it lives in our heart.
The more that we share it, the more it will grow—
Empowerment’s a current, a force in the flow.

Verse 4
On the trail to Eldorado, I made a wrong turn,
But owned it with grace—no shame to unlearn.
We watched mountain goats, wildflowers in bloom,
Felt awe for the land, let gratitude resume.
Mentorship mirrored my own growth inside,
Giving space for mistakes, letting ego subside.
The trip was a circle, a journey complete,
Empowered together, we stood on our feet.

Bridge
The lesson is simple, the feeling is true—
What you seek in the world is already in you.
But the journey’s not over when we find what we need,
The next step is giving, to help others succeed.

Chorus
Empowerment’s a secret, but not hard to find—
It’s the courage to act, the trust in our mind.
It’s the quiet confidence from doing what’s hard,
The reward isn’t out there, it lives in our heart.
And once you have tasted the power you hold,
You’ll want to share it, let the story unfold.

Outro
So here’s to the journey, the lessons, the climb,
To empowering each other, one step at a time.

Empowerment, the most addictive drug known to mankind—

The more we taste its freedom, the more we create and find.

Verse 1
I used to think creation was for others, not for me,
Chasing praise and validation, missing what could be.
I thought creativity meant standing in the light,
But found it’s rooted deeper, out of mind and out of sight.
With every step in the wild, I learned to let it flow—
It’s not about the spotlight, but the seeds you choose to sow.
As I built my foundation, something shifted deep inside,
A quiet urge awakened, impossible to hide.

Chorus
The call to create is a current, a flow,
It’s giving back to what sustains us, letting gratitude grow.
It’s using our gifts, our strengths, our voice,
To make meaning, build community, and honor our choice.
The reward isn’t personal glory or a prize we can claim—
It’s the joy of contribution, the spark and the flame.

Verse 2
I learned from the land, from the cycles all around,
That what we take, we must return, or nothing will be found.
Reciprocity in action, not just words we say,
Giving more than taking, thriving as we find our way.
Morning reviews and evening fires, sharing what we’d learned,
Owning every insight, for the wisdom we had earned.
Mentors questions challenged me to write and not forget,
To share my growth with others, to give back what I’d met.
Excuses faded quickly when the spark of purpose came,
Creation with intention, not for glory, not for fame.

Chorus
The call to create is a current, a flow,
It’s giving back to what sustains us, letting gratitude grow.
It’s using our gifts, our strengths, our voice,
To make meaning, build community, and honor our choice.
The reward isn’t personal glory or a prize we can claim—
It’s the joy of contribution, the spark and the flame.

Verse 3
I found my strength in speaking, in stories shared aloud,
But learned to listen deeply, to hold space for the crowd.
Active listening, asking more, letting silence grow,
Helping others find their truth, letting transformation show.
From brainstorming worksheets to filming on the trail,
We captured every lesson, every triumph, every fail.
Creativity as contribution, not just something for display,
Building tools and meaning, shaping every day.

Chorus
The call to create is a current, a flow,
It’s giving back to what sustains us, letting gratitude grow.
It’s using our gifts, our strengths, our voice,
To make meaning, build community, and honor our choice.
The reward isn’t personal glory or a prize we can claim—
It’s the joy of contribution, the spark and the flame.

Verse 4
I stepped up to guide, to teach what I had learned,
Watched others find their courage, saw the fire in them burn.
Packing saddles, solving problems, improvising on the fly,
Creativity in action, reaching for the sky.
With each new adventure, I trusted in my role,
Empowering others, giving heart and soul.
At the end of the season, commitment grew strong,
I found a place of purpose, a place I belonged.

Bridge
Looking back, I see the lesson, the shift that’s come to be—
It’s not “what do I want?” but “what will I create and see?”
Responsibility and ownership, initiative and trust,
Giving back to life itself, because giving is a must.

Chorus
The call to create is a current, a flow,
It’s giving back to what sustains us, letting gratitude grow.
It’s using our gifts, our strengths, our voice,
To make meaning, build community, and honor our choice.
The reward is the journey, the cycle, the climb—
Every ending a beginning, every moment in time.

Verse 1
I stood on the summit, summer’s end in my eyes,
Buzzing with triumph, believing I’d rise
To an easier chapter, a gentler new climb—
But the real test was waiting, just biding its time.
The wilderness lessons, the grit that I’d earned,
Were tools for a mountain I hadn’t yet turned.
Would I let all I’d gained fade away with the sun,
Or build a new life from the work I’d begun?

Verse 2 
The ranch fell to quiet, the buzz all gone,
Leah and I had to keep pushing on.
Exhaustion hit heavy, routines reappeared,
Winter’s cold warnings, the challenges neared.
Binders and duties, new roles to embrace,
Old doubts and patterns I still had to face.
Mistakes and frustration, the urge to retreat,
But I caught the old loop and chose not to be defeat.

Chorus
Growth isn’t a summit, it’s a winding, wild road,
With valleys and false peaks and burdens to load.
Each stumble’s a lesson, each setback a guide,
The next mountain awaits on the far mountainside.
Discomfort’s not failure, it’s fuel for my soul—
I recommit to the journey, to climbing each goal.

Verse 3
Mentors beside me, breaking tasks down,
From tractors to spreadsheets, I claimed my own ground.
Old patterns resurfaced, but I met them with grace,
Learning to manage my time, set my own pace.
I leveraged my struggles, found strengths in my mind,
Turned challenges to assets, left limits behind.
Each new skill learned, each fear overcome,
Built a quiet confidence that couldn’t be undone.

Bridge
The road back’s a crossroads—comfort calls me to stay,
But I choose the next mountain, I won’t turn away.
Resurrection is quiet, a new self is born,
Not in grand declarations, but in habits each morn.

Chorus
Growth isn’t a finish, it’s a journey that bends,
Each ending’s a beginning, each summit ascends.
With every new challenge, my commitment renews—
The next mountain awaits, and I know what to do.

Outro 
Every summit’s a lesson, each valley a guide,
The real work begins when we bring it inside.
The journey’s not over when the mountain is through—
Integration means living what the wild taught you.
So here’s to each challenge, to growth every day,
To weaving the wisdom of the trail into the life that we make.

Verse 1
“create the life you can’t wait to wake up to,”
A dream I chased for years, never knowing if it could come true.
On a ranch far from home, I felt something new—
A deep sense of fulfilment, steady and true.
But when asked “What’s making you whole?”
I stumbled for words, couldn’t name what fed my soul.
”If you can’t name it, you can’t keep it alive—
Find what fuels your joy, so it can thrive.”

Verse 2
So I dug through the theories, reflected on my needs and more,
Realized they run deeper than what we often look for.
It’s not just about comfort, or the things we possess—
But connection, growth, and meaning that bring happiness.
At first, I fumbled through basics, just learning to survive,
But each challenge I faced made me feel more alive.
From fear and cold nights to belonging and team,
I found my foundation, began to live the dream.

Chorus
Fulfilment isn’t random, it’s a choice we make,
A journey within, for our own heart’s sake.
It’s naming our needs, taking ownership each day,
Conscious choices to live your own way.
The elixir we seek is not found outside—
But in courage, connection, and being our own guide.

Verse 3
Belonging wasn’t about fitting in, but about being me,
Valued for my character, not for what others see.
Confidence grew quietly, from showing up each day,
Empowerment and creativity found their own way.
Nature awakened my senses, community called me to give,
I learned that fulfilment is something we live.
It’s not a one-time moment, but a process that grows—
With every concious choice, a new layer shows.

Chorus
Fulfilment isn’t random, it’s a choice we make,
A journey within, for our own heart’s sake.
It’s naming our needs, taking ownership each day,
Conscious choices to live our own way.
The elixir we seek is not found outside—
But in courage, connection, and being our own guide.

Verse 4
Now I see the journey’s a spiral, not a finish or start,
Each lesson integrated, each truth in my heart.
I return with the elixir, not gold or acclaim—
But the power to choose, and inspire the same.
Freedom isn’t out there, it lives in our mind,
It’s born in each moment, each choice we design.
The elixir within is the gift that I bring—
Fulfilment is created, and it changes everything.

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.