thank God he's a country boy

a little tribute to men with dirt under their nails

He's got these
blue-green eyes
that twinkle
when he teases me.

He's got a mind
that's solid,
and a body
to match.

Most of his
wrinkles
are the kind
from smiling,

the few that aren't,
are just a touch
of worry,
I want to kiss away.

He isn't sophisticated,
and he doesn't do suits;
when he gets dressed up,
he wears his old cowboy boots.

He scrubs his
hands rough,
'cause he gets
dirt under his nails.

the only
part of him
that's soft,
is his heart.

Author's Note

Reviews

[NoelHC]

I am getting to know this guy better and better through your words here on WC. Seems like the kind of folk I grew up around, making their own way in life, by their hard work.
Well done.

[Lyn Anderson]

Thanks, I thought you might like this one.

[NoelHC]

Chew tabaca, chew tabaca, spit, boys around heah! ; )

[Coyote Poetry]

I liked the poem. I like the country feel of life. Same goes for the woman. Want a woman who like to dance, sing and have some fun. Good music and excellent poetry .
Coyote

[Lyn Anderson]

Thank you for the read and review.:)

[Coyote Poetry]

I lived in Texas for almost six years. Real people who liked having fun. Open fields and getting some dirt on your hands. It is a good life. I love seeing your poetry on the board. I hope you are enjoying the Fall season.

[Lyn Anderson]

Yes, well, fall is a busy time for farming.

[Rene Salinas]

There are times when recognition is necessary.There are some that are of no good but then there are some that try.The writing takes you to a place of the ones that do try. Nothing fancy not a lot of pretentiousness. Probably hard work and a caring attitude which has made that Man compasionate and understanding.

His heart in the right place then....

[Lyn Anderson]

No pretenses. That's a good way of thinking of it. Thank you.

[Bright Ocean Star]

I like this one from you, KLG! You are softening, and this one is full of heart and soul. Very nice write! Thank you for sharing this one with us!

[Lyn Anderson]

Thanks, ah, softening, perhaps, but I still have an edge.

[Bright Ocean Star]

well, yeah....you'll always have that edge. It keeps you interesting. But I like you happy!

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Wow you are feeling in love today. Another poem filled with dreamy romantic feelings.

[Lyn Anderson]

Thanks so much. The muse goes where she wants when she wants.

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

I have so much respect for those who keep the heartland of the country alive, they are truly the ones that keep this country feed. And they work hard with knowing how much they will make from year to year.

[Lyn Anderson]

Yes, farmers are a different breed, in many ways.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Yes they are, in a very good way.

[Matching Socks]

I fully and completely endorse this poem.
Gotta love a man's kind of man. Rugged, handsome... Yet sensitive.
Sigh.

[Lyn Anderson]

thanks so much, ya, the muse is a little sappy today. :)

[Matching Socks]

Lol. I'm loving it. Keep at it.

[Baby Ricochet]

All you need is a fender guitar and you got a country song.

[Lyn Anderson]

I have been thinking I need a country singer for some of my poems, thanks.