Cowboyin'
We branded alla our cattle today,
And man, that job is rough;
If you ain’t gonna help, get outa the way,
Cause cowboyin’ is only for the tough;
Rope them calves and drag ‘em in,
Make sure yer rope is taut;
An’ soon the brandin’ will begin,
Once the battle has been fought;
Flank them calves and hold ‘em tight,
Cause one kick s’all it’ll take;
Better hold on with alla yer might,
Till the calf is outa the gate;
Tag ‘em, brand ‘em, an’ give ’em a shot,
Then send ’em on their way;
Get ready, once the calf is caught,
You’ve gotta jump into the fray;
Cowboyin’ is a dangerous job,
But it’s one that’s gotta get done;
Work until yer fingers throb,
Usually from sun to sun!
Copyright © Tirzah Conway | Year Posted 2010
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