Goodbye Cowboy

For the love of cowboys

Rest in peace, my Cowboy , knowing
All the cows have been fed.
Know the horses have been tended to;
So lay down again your head.
The fences have been mended,
The branding has been done;
So leave your rope on it’s hook;
No more work, go have some fun.
The stalls have all been cleaned out;
The straw it fresh and clean too!
The hay’s been made and stacked up nice;
We got along without you.
The gates are shut. The cattle’re fine.
The watering tanks are still full.
The stock is fed and supper’s on;
So it’s okay for you to go.
The tack is oiled and shined up nice;
The pails are stacked and put away.
The animals are bedded down again;
The sun has set on another day.
We all sit down to supper again;
That is, all, except for you.
Your place lies open and empty.
We gaze at it, missing you.
Your coat and hat still hangs there
Above your boots set on the floor.
Your saddle sits on it’s stand,
And your rope dosen’t swing anymore.
Your tools lie still inside the barn;
Your hammer is no longer pounding;
Your chair in the corner, still empty;
You laugh not heard nor smile seen.
A tear falls down when I think of you.
We so often feel alone.
But dust off you boots at Heavens door;
It was your time to go Home.
You heard His voice in the morning,
Just before the rooster crowed.
Your life was good and you worked hard;
Many a good seed your hands did sow.
You did fine and served Him well.
You did all you could with your time.
Now hang your rope, for day is done;
Rest in peace, my Cowboy, Goodbye.

Author's Note

Probably my biggest dream in life is to live on a ranch someday. The work is fulfilling and I cry with joy just watching cattle. Working with them would be a dream come true. I look up to and admire all those who are true ranches and I respect all who were.
Tell me what you would change in this to make it more effective. Thanks guys!!

Reviews

[Valentine]

I like the feeling you put into this one. It would have been easier to read if you had separated the lines, say 4 then a space etc. It runs together as it is. Valentine

[Reba]

Thank you. I think I might just do that! Good point.