A Cowboy Is

I help herd the cattle to market far away.
I am riding high in the saddle each day.
I travel many miles, and then some more.
That makes me quite tired and saddle sore.
The sun bakes me until I’m red and dry.
The ordeal is enough to make a lesser man cry.
Each trip is dry, dusty, and dirty.
It’s a difficult job, but it’s my duty.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Fraser Avatar
March 21, 2011 at 12:21 PM
Many congratulations Robert on your win in Tirzah's contest with this fine shortie....:)
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March 21, 2011 at 8:03 AM
A heartfelt congratulations to you Robert for your win in Tirzah's contest "A Cowboy Is". Love, Carol
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March 18, 2011 at 10:40 AM
Congratulations on your HM in Tirzah's Contest, Robert! Wonderful write full of truth! Always, Annalise
Mannan Avatar
March 17, 2011 at 8:30 PM
Super Congratulations dear Robert for this win.
Sweetheart Avatar
March 17, 2011 at 2:56 PM
Congrats Robert on your HM in the Cowboy contest .. awesome words... enjoy your very special honor with luv.. excellent...
Conway Avatar
March 17, 2011 at 12:24 PM
Wonderful depiction of the cowboy's way of life!~Tirzah~
Dietrich Avatar
February 26, 2011 at 12:40 AM
I love your approach to the contest. Short and to the point. Good entry!
Poet Avatar
February 25, 2011 at 5:55 PM
Nice write!A great entry into the contest.
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February 25, 2011 at 12:26 PM
I like your poem as well, it really tells it as it was. Sure to make a fine entry...Thank you for all of ur very supportive comments ~ Virginia
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