FOLK COLLECTION 11: The Skaggs Foundation Cowboy Poetry Collection

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75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Mishap On A Dude Outfit

For several days, I watched this ol' horse, pokin' along real slow; With women and kids of all ages aboard, he'd stop without sayin' whoa. I 'd seen that strap that keeps the cinch from slidin' back in his flanks; Was broken and busted and hangin' down-in priority, first it ranks!

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

When In Prayer

When in prayer at the close of the day; Pray for direction, you won't lose your way. Pray for the aged, forgotten, forlorn; For new arrivals, small infants just born pray for the sick, the dying, the lost;

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Someday Soon

Someday the Lord is coming back, He's promised to return; The day or hour it will be, no man will ever learn, but when we least expect Him, in the twinkling of an eye; In all His grace and splendor, our Lord will "break the sky!" the dead shall rise to meet Him,

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

A Cowboy Talks With God

Dead God in Heaven way up high, can I talk with you a spell? And thank you, dear Lord up above, for watchin' me and well; For keepin' me from gettin' hurt, and watchin' those I love; And each and every good thing, Lord, You send down from above. You know I live a dangerous life ridin' green broncs that are tough;

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Our Family Reunion

I'll tell you about a Caribbean Cruise, A family reunion, t'would be; So we flew down to Puerto Rico, on the "Carla Costa," set sea. We had a great time with our in-laws, (most of them outlaws instead);

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

The Love Of Jesus

Did you ever stop to ponder, on the Love that was displayed; When Jesus Christ was crucified, and the terrible price he paid! Words can't describe the pain He felt, when he died there on the tree; He took our place there on the cross, He died for you and me!

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

A Friend In Need, Is A Friend Indeed!

In the winter of 1996 while looking for a double-wide we drove past hank Richardson's down the road on their north side, They had a great arena with lights to rope at night but the home we went to look at just didn't suit us right.

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Together Twenty-Five Years

It's almost twenty-five years now, or before long it will be; We took each other for better or rose, our hearts were filled with glee. We'd both been single for many a year, and ready to settle down; We agreed to "get hitched," packed our bags, eloped and just skipped town.

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Caught With My Pants

We were at our kids' in Maui and homeward on our way we were landing at the airport in the city of LA; The plane of course had restrooms but I'd use a larger one there in a terminal restroom I saw the damage I had done. In zippin' up my Wranglers down from the very start

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Forgive Me, Lord

Forgive me Dear God, for my failures today; Forgive me for straying, I went the wrong way; For doing somethings, I shouldn't have done; If I slighted, insulted, or offended someone. Was I too busy to give of my time;

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Ralston's Cat House

Now I've heard lots and lots of stories about those Cat Houses in town; How they're filled with pretty women in a mighty flimsy gown. How the gals will hug and kiss you and entertain you through the night; And guys sometimes get detained 'till the morning sun shines bright.

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

A Real Wheeler Dealer

Down at New Tribes Aviation my friend, -Scott Wolfe by name; Is sure enough an okay guy and huntin' is his game! He hunts small and big game, he's a bargain hunter, too; And when you think he's givin up, he'd a long, long ways from through!

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

A Date With Death

I was travelin' through the country, stopping in this little town; When a standing line of people, made me curious, slowed me down. They were backed up for a city block and I wondered where they're bound; It turned out to be the courthouse for a year they fooled around.

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Outdoor Meditation

I like to come up on this point, and think and meditate; To sort'a count my blessings, relax and concentrate I like this view, one sees from here, for miles and miles around; It's gorgeous and amazing, anyone, would astound! way off in the distance,

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

My Waterbed

One nice summer day, with my hard earned pay, to the city, mydarlin' wife went! She walked down the mall floor, and came to this store and on buyin' this thing, she was bent! She got into her head..a waterbed! ( At least it won't hurt to look)

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

God's Plan For Man

The love of God, for man was strong, when He gave his only Son; To die upon the cross for us, including everyone! In doing this He had a plan, (Salvation full and free); Providing Life Eternal, for us sinners, you and me! When Jesus gave His life for us,

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Our Annual Elk Hunting Family Affair

Now, I'm not a professional packer takin' hunter's out each fall; 'Cause I hate the snow and cold so bad that I could almost bawl! Oh, I'll do it for myself and for my own two sons; and maybe for a special friend, but they're the only ones! We've done this as a family for quite a number of years;

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Thank You, Lord

As I awoke this morning, the sun was breaking through; I had a gracious feeling, I knew what I had to do, I knelt along my bedside, on my knees I bowed my head; In reverence with my eyes closed, these words to God I sadid. Thank you, Heavenly Father,

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Two Peas In A Pod

My wife tells me I'm getting forgetful I'll admit this is totally true. I start on a definite mission then forget what I wanted to do! At my age, this should be expected but I'm very fortunate man; I see people much younger than I am that can't do the things I still can. At seventy, I'm team roping three times a week and

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Gary Ahrnsbrak

Gary's married to our daughter, so he's our son in law. He's an idea husband, and fro his kids, a real good pa! They live in Maui, miles away - yet we see them every year, Sometimes even twice a year, so you'd think they're very near. He's a dive instructor and so they've got a boat

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

The Retiring Rancher

He walks down to the saddle shed, and corrals that stand nearby; In the evening of this Racher's life, breathes deep, and then a sigh; He's been successful in his work, and this year will be his last; The summer's fast approaching, and will soon be in the past!

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

The Elfrida Lineman

Now you've heard of the Wichita Lineman, that Glen Campbell sang about; But say, the Elfrida Lineman has him beat without a doubt! He comes from North of the border, just across from Mexico way; And for Sulfur Springs Electric, he works to earn his pay.

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

The First Annual National Cowboy Poetry Gathering

There's a great event soon comin'! What an occasion it will be! The Gatherin' of Cowboy Poets! Not one day, two, but three! From fifteen western states they'll come, to enjoy what lies in store; Music, films, and art works, poems of cowboy lore!

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

You Missed The Boat

I got this friend in Arizona, but I think he needs a wife because living by yourself, can be a very lonely life. Gary told me once last year I should write a poem for him but when you're working day and night, chances then are mighty slim.

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Rodeo

Rodeo is the greatest sport, it has it's "ups and downs." Broncs and bulls and ropin' steers, cowboys, girls, and clowns. Timed events like doggin', as well as ropin' too; Judged events like ridin', bulls and broncs will do! They open each performance, with The Star Spangled Banner;