We live at a time when most of our waking hours require us to keep the pedal to the metal. Work, kids, parents, and daily responsibilities can drain our internal batteries until we begin to sputter and cough. We need a day of rest. Sometimes Sunday is not enough, and the needle is still stuck on "E". It's time to get away and take a breather. I'm all for having stamina and coping skills, but balance is required over the long term to stay healthy. So, let's go on vacation! We need to R-E-L-A-X!
If you have ever experienced the "islands," you know that there is no better environment to chill. The people, the way of life, and the attitudes create a feeling that a major downshift is occurring. We can breathe, sleep, and heal. There is joy and perspective about living life that feels different. Sure, eventually you must ramp up again, but enjoy the break where "ebery-ting is IRIE, Mon"!
Lyrics
The Isle of Coconutz words & music by JRRothrock 3/15/2009
Hey! When you come to the Islands...
... be sure to leave your cares behind.
And if the sun don’t get you smilin’ (we got something special)
… to guarantee that you unwind!
All you need is a coconut!
An "Island friend" will crop the top.
Add just a pinch of sweet cane sugar…
…and, most of all, the magic “golden drops”!
And if you swirl your body slowly…
... to gently mix…the magic juice...
... in a few sips you'll be smilin’!
A few sips more… and you cut loose!!!
When the rummy in your tummy…
… soon the “happy” in your head!
Hey!...you find your toes a tappin’.
You just listen to what the doctor said!
(Hey! I know what I’m talkin’ about!)
Once you let your hair down…
... then you truly can be free.
You find yourself dancing with strangers…
... and we are one BIG family!
No worries if you spill some…
... and feel the sticky on your feet.
Hey! As long as you are happy…
... then my day has been complete! Oh, yes!
[Instrumental (Verse 1 twice, Chorus twice) ]
So, you see, when you come to the Islands...
... you got to let your spirit free.
Loosen up with a beautiful stranger…
…and let your life become IRIE!
And if the night brings you a sweetheart (heartbeat sound)
... and you steal away to your hut… (whistle sound)
We say, “the island potion has conceived…
…two more island coco-Nutz!” Oh yeah!! Ha ha ha!