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Backstory:

A klediment is a keepsake that evokes deep feelings and memories, and is so treasured that you cannot let go of it.  This special word is a remnant from the Scotch-Irish immigrants who settled in Appalachia.  In 1979, June Carter wrote her book, Among My Klediments,  in which she shares memories from her childhood, and stories of her celebrated musical family.  Vocals by Sandi Kight, Music & Music Production by William Sherry. and Lyrics by Clare Steffen.

Lyrics:

                                                  
V1
Heirlooms and special memories
I hold dear to my heart
Keepsakes of our family tree
Reminders of a rocky start

V2
Appalachian mountain history
Patch quilt evidence from our past
Rising out of poverty
Strong traditions, meant to last

Pre-chorus
So precious I'll never let go
Of these treasures among my klediments

Chorus
Whiskey made by moonlight
Searching for our freedom
Fiddle music played all night
Rhythms beating out that banjo drum
Scottish Irish, hand in hand
Early roots of Bluegrass
Sacred songs from our sweet homeland
Shared with every lad and lass

V3
Souvenirs and photographs
Accordion, Mandolin, and spoons
Mementos of classic arts and crafts
Stories recorded in folksy tunes

Pre-chorus
So precious I'll never let go
Of these treasures among my klediments

Chorus
Whiskey made by moonlight
Searching for our freedom
Fiddle music played all night
Rhythms beating out that banjo drum
Scottish Irish, hand in hand
Early roots of Bluegrass
Sacred songs from our sweet homeland
Shared with every lad and lass

Outro
So precious I'll never let go
Of these treasures among my klediments
Klediments