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

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;

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Ashamed?

You've been acquainted with people, you know (you think you do) yet at times when you meet them, they'll pretend they don't see you. They'll ignore you, get real busy, maybe look the other way; They will not acknowledge you..Not until you say-; "Hello Bill, how are you?"

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

A Morning Prayer

With this new day in it's dawning, and I pause to start my day; Guard my thoughts, my words, my actions, Help me Jesus, this I pray. Give me guidance and direction keep me on the narrow trail; Keep my mind on you, Dear Jesus, then I know I will not fall.

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

An All-Around Nag

I was at their place of business with my friends came drvin' in; They were pullin' a goose neck trailer that was loaded to the brim. Jim Husted and his father, Don, then started to unload these horses at their stable just off this gravel road. Jim pulled out the first one, a mighty shiny horse

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

The Correct Length

There's been a lot of controversy on the length of stirrups that you ride, with so many ridin' horseback in the country far and wide. Some ride a real long stirrup, they're almost reachin' for things and others got'em jacked way up, to each, satisfaction brings. Ropers I think ride them short,

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Family Reunion - Caribbean Style

Listen here, Mates, and I'll tell you a tale; of a Caribbean Cruise, and a ship we'd sail! The "Carla Costa" (Italian Style) the Holmer clan seized it for a'while! Yes, this wild and woolly and mangy bunch; Set sail on a ship and I've got a hunch

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Lay Up Your Treasures In Heaven

When we were young, starting in life, we all had goals to set; Achievements that we had in mind, (some we're accomplishing yet)! It's easy to place too much value, on tangible things, I feel; That moth and rust indeed will corrupt, that thieves break in and steal, so lay up treasures in Heaven,

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

The Franklin Arena

I've been ropin' at Jay Franklin's Arena and wife Anita usually runs the chute: She keeps that darn thing filled right up, I mean brute after brute after brute! And when I ride into that box, I've got ten thousand things on my mind; "Catch that right horn," "keep elbow up," "Get up close" and things of that kind!

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Christmas

Some people think that Christmas is a time of holidays; And celebrate this occasion in many various ways; We think of nut and candy, and a variety of toys; With different shapes and colors, that make a lot of noise. The children think of sleigh bells, and perhaps, old Santa, too;

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

The Gay Caballero

We were havin' dinner at the Captains Table one beautiful summer right; Some had prime rib and others crab legs and we're savoring every bite. When all at once behind my back someone close my eyes; And gives me a kiss right on my cheek and it wasn't the kind of good-byes! I don't have eyes in the back of my head,

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Zelda Speaks Out!

There's a guy that lives down Davis road and he knows just how I feel; He knows I have pent up emotions and my hurts will take time to heal. He knows I'm a four-legged creature and he knows my family tree; So why would my master who loves me? Tag a name like Zelda on me?

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Thank You, Dear Friends

Listen up and I'll ask you a question: Have you heard of the word called Friend? It's a person who's there when you need them It's their hands and their hearts that they lend! In the middle of the night on February 25th We woke up with out house all aflame;

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

God's Good Timing

In God's good time events will take place, beyond what man comprehends; But He'll have a purpose we won't understand, in a tragic event that he sends. Now the fire that we lost our home in, in pondering on things o'er and o'er; I can se His goodness in many ways, we have much to be thankful for: He picked a time when all children were near,

75 Years! My Time In Rhyme

FC 11 M-65

E.W. "Roy" Miller

Slow Me Down, Lord

Lord, you know that I get busy, we don't talk quite like we should: I don't come to you in earnest, like I'm sure You wish I would. I don't marvel at Your wonders, like a visiting friend will do; But with him then I will agree; because I know it's true! We just take it all for granted, like we do with every day;