Written for RDP, where sgeoil asks us
to get creative with the word “murky”.
Thanks, Heather! Here’s my musical take.
The murky river slowly winds its silent way
Where ancient willows dip their fingers low
And whisper greetings as the herons shyly play
While sunlight skims across the gentle flow
NAR©2026
This is “Blue Bayou” by Linda Ronstadt
All text and graphics are copyright for Nancy Richy and are not to be used without permission. NAR©2017-present.
The Elephant's Trunk 
nice, Linda is devine…
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Yes, indeed she is.
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Beautiful and the song is the perfect accompaniment ❤️
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Thanks very much, Lisa; that’s one of my favorite Linda Ronstadt songs.
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I loved your words, the picture and, of course, the song.
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Thanks so much, dear Keith. I’ve gotten pretty good at creating AI images but I still can’t figure out how to record my own voice! 😂
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Murky waters, but the weeping willows are worthy squatters …
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Thank you, my friend, for your impeccable soundtracking. 🥰🎶
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Always my musical pleasure, Nancy 🎶🥰
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You’ve created a most soothing respite. Thank you, Nancy. 🩵🎶
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Thank you, Michele. This is my kind of place. Join me any time! ☺️
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Would love to! Thank you. 😊
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One of her best!!!
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I love this one, too.
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I haven’t listened to Linda Ronstadt in years. Lovely music to accompany a lovely poem.
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Thanks, Heather. So glad you enjoyed my post. You gave us a great prompt word today!
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Beautifully done and described, Nancy, … I love Weeping Willows, …trailing so gracefully, …🎶..Off to listen to the Blue Bayou..🎶….💙
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Me too, Penn. They have long been my favorite trees. Thank you, dear Penny. 💙
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✨💙🤗✨
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Beautiful, and you always seem to choose some of my favorite songs.
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It’s like I can read your mind or something!
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Kindred spirits!
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Love your poem an the image
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Thanks so much, Sadje.
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You’re most welcome dear friend
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