A Cowboy's Work

A cowboy’s work is never done, Like Sheppard’s among the sheep No matter what, up with the sun, Not really much time for sleep You stay up all night to help out the weak Even ones that won’t make it through Let’s face it, that’s what makes you unique Without it, you wouldn’t be you You may not cry when you lose a calf But it’s not because you don’t care You hold strong for other’s behalf And inside you feel only despair You know deep down you can’t save ‘em all And it’s not really up to you It’s never stopped you from hitting a wall ‘Cause that’s what helps pull you through But instead of giving in you move to another cow It’s how you know calving season is here You just step by her side, furrow your brow ‘Cause that’s life out on the frontier You will always be there for her That’s what being a cowboy is all about Stay by her side till her calf is astir No matter your fears or doubts And seeing the calves running around Was worth your all sleepless nights You watch the play without making a sound It’s what helps you keep fighting the good fight