My Favorite Things
Saturday, July 10, 2010
I have a random talent not many people know about. And when they do they wished they didn't.
Is it twirling and singing in high-altitude meadows, you ask? Yes, but that's not I am talking about here.
Wondering what it could be??? Well, here it is: I am really proficient at changing the lyrics of songs in exchange for lyrics that have to do with experiences on the toilet.
For real.
You can ask my wife, she will validate my claim (with embarassment of course). And actually 'proficient' is a bit understated. I believe the term Grand Master is a better description.
(Usually, that term refers to a martial arts masters who have achieved more in their respective art than anyone else in history. That is why I am using the term in this instance).
However, the song below is not from my usual repertoire and may therefore lack a certain quality and high-standard my fans (wife and kids) are used to hearing. Nevertheless, I wanted to lay a foundation for my impromptu lyrical skizzles.
I say all that to say, missing my family causes me to think of the things that they enjoy doing, and one of those things is watching (over and over again) The Sound of Music. And that gave me an idea. I have applied my lyrical prowess and changed the lyrics to one of the songs in that movie to incorporate some of my favorite things. (You have to hum as you read)
"Waking up at six, to yells for Daddy,
Diaper changes . . . No, that one's for Sarah,
Diaper changes . . . No, that one's for Sarah,
Hearing my girls run to me when I'm home,
These are a few of my favorite things
Laughing with my wife as we watch the Office,
Raising a family and love for each other,
Conversations of love for our kids,
These are a few of my favorite things
When I get shot at,
By the Taliban,
When rounds go through our tent,
I simply remember my favorite things,
And then I don't feel so bad
Trips to the park, me pushing the stroller,
Chasing the kiddos, 'Now which way did G go?'
Holding hands with the ones that I love,
These are a few of my favorite things
When RPG rounds,
Hit our vehicle, the blast is oh so loud,
But I simply remember my favorite things,
And then I don't feel so bad!"
And there you have it. An instant classic for the Fulton household!
2 comments:
Usually when I think of crazy stuff I do and realize I'm weird for it, it's usually during the time that I'm doing it. So... You making up new lyrics with experiences on the toilet...? Well that just puts the wrong picture in my head. All I can think of is M*A*S*H* episodes of Hawkeye now! Thanks!
Haha :D Classic Jordan!
Kevin - you'd think so, but these song errupt out of nowhere at random times of the day. While doing dishes tends to be his best thinking time, so of course I encourage him to spend as much time doing dishes as possible!
Seriously, though - the song is great, honey. Those are some of my favorite things too :)
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