Paint Brush in the Green - Lyrics: Holy Duct Tape

Fr. Bill’s CD Lyrics

Paintbrush in the Green : Holy Duct Tape

(One thing about the Irish: the gift of humor can be used to break the tensions and trials of life. Wendy had an expression that inspired this: she’d say she prayed the Lord would give her “Holy Duct Tape” to keep her from speaking when she shouldn’t. The virtues are called self-control and prudence. But “Holy Duct Tape” just sounds so much sillier. Thanks to Dan Schieder who played drums and duct tape on this track, and Teresa Mayer who un-rolls the grey stuff with amazing skill at live performances!)

Lord of love and grace…my attitude is heading South!
I cannot hold my tongue—so—duct tape my mouth!
Help me stop before I speak,
Give me pause so I can think and pray
Close tight my lips to keep me from
what I know I’m not supposed to say!

If only my own self control were thicker than a French-made crepe
I’d remember to use faith, hope and love
as much as that adhesive tape
So many times I heard myself speak too quick
Then get stuck in a rut.
Now I’m asking you Lord,
I give you permission to…duct tape me shut!

I know you made me and you call me for a life that’s gentle and kind
But unforgiveness and pessimism are the cataracts making me blind
Help me learn forgiveness even if it takes me 7 times 70 tries
You can keep my sight from sinful blight, just—duct tape my eyes!

There’s so much sorrow and pain in this world
as forces try to pull me apart
I’ve been tried and tested and pride-congested
Making a stone in my heart.
I know you give a love for music,
so a song of praise can be sung
But when my music’s story doesn’t give you glory
Just—thuc thape my thung!