Down the river there’s a ripple and a wake
That doesn’t seem to end like it does in a lake.
It doesn’t need a storm or a deep earthquake
To shimmer and shudder and shiver and shake.

Down the river there’s a mile-high sky
That changes real fast as the rocks roll by.
It doesn’t share a smile or a mournful sigh.
It darkens and lightens and closes one eye.

Down the river there’s a story to tell
That a few old-timers and their dogs know well.
A tale of woe when the river did swell…
And sent all the rafters to Heaven or Hell.

Down the river, where the rapids break free,
Is a place you’ll be glad that you got to see.
It’s where you’ll decide if you ever will be
Back down the river to the landing tree.

Wow…maps ain’t what they used to be. I think it’s cool how you can go down the river on Google Maps without ever getting your feet or seat wet. Just in case you want to get a rafter’s eye view of the place before you make the decision to go there, you can simply click on “street view” and check out the Colorado River.

Yep…there really is an app for that.

In Faith, Hope, and Love”