Kashmir:The Happy Birthday Story By Krisy Hafford/Led Zeppelin

I have come from the Misty Mountain Top to meet you, sir Richard. I have something urgent to tell you, but first I will tell you of my trials and tribulations of seeking you out. I was sent a messenger, but his message had not been clear for there was a Communication Breakdown. The message told me that I should be Going to California to send Sir Richard an urgent message, but I knew this was not correct. Why would a King live in California? I decided that I must seek a higher power to find where I was truly supposed to journey forth.

I climbed the steps of the Stairway to Heaven and once at the top, what did I find? A woman. Yes, a Black Country Woman. A real Heartbreaker. A giant Black Dog sat next to her. The woman then began to Ramble On about some Battle of Evermore and how her people's Dancing Days were over. I couldn't understand much about what she was discussing and I really didn't care. All I wanted to know was where Sir Richard lived. When she offered me a Magic Tangerine it became apparent that she was Dazed and Confused. After far too long, she finally and truthfully told me the way to find you.

Here is a map, she said wisely. Follow it closely! You must cross The Ocean and seek out the Gallows Pole. From there you shall encounter a Fool in the Rain but pay no attention to him! Follow the Four Sticks and they will lead you to the Houses of the Holy where Sir Richard resides. That's the Way! And with a puff of smoke, she was gone before I could tell her Thank You.

I followed her crazy directions and here I am! Now, for what I have come to tell you! It's a Celebration Day for you! Happy Birthday, Sir Richard! I send you wishes of a wonderful day filled with Friendsand a Custard Pie. Here's a Whole Lotta Love from me to you. Rock and Roll!!!