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Roots and Branches

from Rune Songs Volume 2 by Cathy McManamon

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The rune Algiz, the elk sedge, protection.

lyrics

Roots down, branches up
Intertwining and protecting
Roots down, branches up
Elk sedge, sharp and biting

As I stand with my arms outstretched
Like the antlers of the Horned One
I feel my shield surrounding me
And I know there is naught that can breach here

Roots down, branches up...

I form my helm of protection
I inscribe the sigils deeply
I know my will shall hold it fast
My armor is stronger than any fear

Roots down, branches up...

I see a grove of mighty trees
That surround and stand as guardians
They will protect anyone I choose
When the doubt or darkness lingers near

Roots down, branches up...

I let in only benevolence
I let in only Shining Ones
If you should mean us any harm
Begone! You are not welcome here

Roots down branches up
Intertwining and protecting
Roots down, branches up
Elk sedge, sharp and biting
Roots down, branches up
Roots down, branches up
Roots down, branches up.

credits

from Rune Songs Volume 2, released February 13, 2020
Acoustic guitar and vocal - Cathy McManamon
Electric bass - Jason Neerenberg
Cello - Betsy Tinney
Trees - Alexander James Adams

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Cathy McManamon Chicago, Illinois

Cathy is a singer/songwriter/guitarist/drummer in Chicago who occasionally performs solo, but more often in the Pegasus Award-winning duo Random Fractions (with Jason Neerenberg. She is the former drummer for the filk rock band Toyboat.

Cathy is also a studio musician and arranger for Canticles Productions & Dreamflight Theatrical Gymnastics, a drum circle facilitator, and a guitar teacher.
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