FOLK COLLECTION 11: The Skaggs Foundation Cowboy Poetry Collection
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The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
10
Robert L. Laumeyer
A Drifting Cloud
The old man watched the cloud drift along, In the clear blue sky it did not belong. As he watched the cloud near the rim, He thought how much the cloud, was like him. In life, no other anchor of faith had he earned
Rimrock and Juniper
FC 11 K-31
96
E.J. Kirchoff
Thankful
Old horse, we've got a lot of things we're thankful for indeed. Like early rains and open fall that's made a lot of feed. We're thankful for cows we have. And for the calves they raise. And for the beauty nature paints. And balmy autumn days.
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
10
Robert L. Laumeyer
Epilogue
Does the cloud cease to be, When it passes the rim? Does his existence stop, When not understood by him? (end)
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
10
Robert L. Laumeyer
My Legacy
If there is any thing of value, That to my loved ones, I could give, It would not be gold or silver; But an idea of how to live. My possessions, I do not care How widely they are pslit apart. If i have left anything of value
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
11
Robert L. Laumeyer
Greed
Greed is an evil monster That can not be fed its fill. There is no satisfaction, That will keep this demon still. The more this monster is fed The stronger this demon grows. Starvation's the only death
Rimrock and Juniper
FC 11 K-31
109
E.J. Kirchoff
Nothing That We'd Rather Do
This old game of raisin' cattle has a lot of ups and downs. And sometimes a feller thinks it's mostly down. And he'll sometimes get the feelin', sorta envy in a way, folks who live and work and spend their life in town.
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
11
Robert L. Laumeyer
Wisdom and Age
Can it be, we grow less, as through this life we go? Is it but conceit, that tells us experience makes us grow? Do we wear away like rocks, from the erosion of our being?
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
11
Robert L. Laumeyer
Epilogue
Youth should look with caution When they look upon the aged. Are they seeing wisdom, Or but scars of battles raged? (end)
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
12
Robert L. Laumeyer
What Others See
You think you are a kindly sort And oh so jolly and free. I wonder would you know yuourself, If you saw, what others see? (end)
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
12
Robert L. Laumeyer
Advice to My Son
Girls are cute and sex is fun. I would not lie to my only son. But I have some advice. to keep between us. Think with your head, not with your penis. (end)
Rimrock and Juniper
FC 11 K-31
111
E.J. Kirchoff
Full Circle
I well remember years ago, Brown said, "Let's make a deal. I'll sell ya, boy, this here ol' ranch a price that's sure a steal. "I sure don't do a lotta things I know full well I should. But I can't hit the collar now the way I usta could.
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
Robert L. Laumeyer
Epilogue
Some of the world, should go unexplored; and some women, must go unadored. (end)
Trail Dust
FC 11 K-32
8
E.J. Kirchoff
Two Old Timers
He sure ain't much to look at. Has a scraggly, matted mane with cockleburs embedded. And a tail that is the same. His backbone sure is sharp and all his ribs are showin' plain. He sure has got the looks of badly needin' hay and grain.
Trail Dust
FC 11 K-32
11
E.J. Kirchoff
Mother Nature Takes a Hand
Old horse, this rain a- comin' down is sure a pretty sight. It started yesterday at noon. No let up in the night. And still it's fallin' steady. Lots of water has come down. This sure will bring new life to grass that's withered, parched and brown.
Trail Dust
FC 11 K-32
13
E.J. Kirchoff
Wasn't broke to Lead
This old cow was plenty wild. Missed the roundup several years. Been a while since her last calves had been altered into steers. With no calves to raise she's packin' plenty tallow on her bones. " Now I sure would like to peddle that ol' cow," says Smokey Jones.
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
12
Robert L. Laumeyer
Friends
I like a lot of people But on few do I depend. That's why I'm very careful About who I call my friend. (end)
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
13
Robert L. Laumeyer
The Soul Cannot Be Burried
The soul cannot be buried for it is the thoughts of man. The weary runner may die but never the race he ran. (end)
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
13
Robert L. Laumeyer
Three Stages of Man
Youth Ah, for the life of youth Where the spirit rules the mind. Reason is not yet developed Cynicism not yet defined. Adult When you walk your own path, And you buy your own shoes.
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
14
Robert L. Laumeyer
The Mind
Do not underestimate, The resilience of the mind. If it does not like the facts, A new rendition it will find. (end)
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
14
Robert L. Laumeyer
Satisfaction
If your task be worthwhile Of your wage be not dismayed; For the job well doneIs the job well paid. (end)
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
14
Robert L. Laumeyer
The Toy Maker
It's with pride, I ply my trade. With care, my toys are made. A child shall receive with joy; My labor, a well made joy. When my work is done with care
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
15
Robert L. Laumeyer
A Poet's Garden
He has a private garden No one is allowed to see. Here's where he plants his dreams; And grows pure fantasy. (end)
The Song of the Hunter
FC 11 L-40
15
Robert L. Laumeyer
Originality
Oh! the work of the world you say Is done by the workers who plod on. Nay! The nights lighted, by a million stars, While just one sun, brings us the dawn.
Trail Dust
FC 11 K-32
16
E.J. Kirchoff
Too Big of a Hurry
One day when Old Bill reached the sale there's several trucks in line. He said, "I figgered that I'd better sell these calves of mine. "I read in last nights paper where the price of beef had rose. But it can tumble mighty quick, as everybody knows.
Trail Dust
FC 11 K-32
18
E.J. Kirchoff
Old Timers
Come in old friend and have a seat. And take the eight from off your feet. The java's hot a-brewin' there so just relax in that old chair. And with some coffee in a cup we'll reminisce some while we sup. We both have seen a lot of snows.