UPS AND DOWNS Mar. 12/85 Karl Rigelhof

Life is like waiting for the elevator
It will get here sooner or later
Or you can always take the stairs
Treacherous steps we all must dare
We'd best beware

You know you're such a big exaggerator
It will get you sooner or later
It only takes one little white lie
It only takes a little effort to try
To tell the truth

Inflation is like an escalator
It will get there sooner or later
It always seems to bring you down
It always means to turn you around
A smile into a frown

Time is like the jaws of an alligator
It will get it sooner or later
Or it will slip away
Who is to say
If the foot fits the boot
Then wear it

CHORUS:
Life has its ups and downs
Everyone has their on and off days
Once we learn the ins and outs
We find it's easier to play
(Along with) the game