And This Was My Home

I grabbed the bull by the horns, and never thought twice,
of a faster pace, and a city way of life.

So I ride through the valleys, and have accepted the change,
of a dying breed, with no home on the range.

And this was my home, a ranch along the countryside,
nestled between hills, and rivers that ran wide,
and this was my home, this man has died,
This cowboy has hung his hat, for one last time.

The trails ran long, for days uncounted,
the horses ran wild, not meant to be mounted.

Rivers, shallow to pass, my horses carried on,
spent plenty time ridin' from dusk 'til dawn.

The miles of fence, took hundreds of days,
as the sunsets would set, the skies ablaze.

The songs I played, out by the firelight,
and the family that shared memories full of life.

And this was my home, a ranch along the countryside,
Nestled between hills, and rivers that ran wide,
And this was my home, this man has died,
This cowboy has hung his hat, for one last time.

Just The Way They Are

The ways you're helping me, So much and I'm only three, From picking me up and wiping my knees, To pushing my swing under a tree, From the gentle kisses laid upon thee, To mornings awakened cheek to cheek.

Somehow I already know, That I'm blessed to have these things, Just the way they are.

The ways you're raising me, With so much attention, I've been spoiled, not to mention, Running all day in a thousand directions, Keepin' your arms always stretchin', For a hug or a kiss, Or to be taught a lesson.

And it's been fun so far, With a bed and a roof, I thank God for my lucky charms, Money for my tooth, And me in your arms, And somehow I already know, That I am blessed to have these things, Just the way they are.

And the ways you're directing me, On a path long and wide, Trying to cut it down in size, The rules are set, I try to abide, I see you worry all the time, You show it through your eyes, Don't worry Daddy, I'll do just fine.

It's been fun so far, With a bed and a roof and my toy cars, I thank God for my lucky charms, Money for my tooth, And me in your arms, And somehow I already know, That I am blessed to have these things, Just the way they are.

Jesus Has A Lawyer

I have often wondered, What's the first thing Jesus would do, When He comes back to Earth? Before He rescues me and you?

He wouldn't have to look far, No need to look around, Yeah, Jesus would already know, The best attorney in town.

Jesus retained an attorney, And He's gonna sue all your crazy asses, For exploiting His name, For monetary gains, And for using his likeness, On a set of frickin' glasses.

Yeah, Jesus has a lawyer, And He's starting with the preachers, For false representation, Of copyrighted information, And for charging for what they teach ya.

Now Jesus doesn't mind, If they spend the time, Spreading the good news, Bur for His sake, The money they drain, Doin' it in a two hundred dollar pair of shoes.

And now Jesus knows, The church is investing, Gambling has been justified. Their faith in money is resting.

With no endorsement deal, And no contracts signed, You can bet your ass Jesus is gonna sue, For damages unspecified. So many motions, to be filed, A record of accounts, Under a pile, ---Of money from you, And your fellow man, The fleecing of the poor, Compared to the scam.

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I Just Got Orders To Kill

Baby I wanna come home, Don't want to fight no more, Too many hurt, Way more dead on the floor.

I've laid down my guns, And became an easy target, No use for these weapons, That our government markets.

Baby It's hard to fight, No less kill, I love these people, For some it's a thrill.

Baby I wanna come home, Don't want to kill my friends, I know we are their enemy, But when does it all end?

No sympathy here, But will forgiveness amend, Fights from the past? Or will darkness descend?

I'm ruining lives, And the wives do cry, A whimpering sound, Throughout the night. And the children do fear, That a missle will shear, Their only home, And a family stitched so tight.

So much destruction, Among the reconstruction, But what about lives, You can't rebuild. With so much massive, Amounts of sadness, How could I.....wait, I just got orders to kill.

There's A New Day Just Ahead

Yesterday's no more, I'm moving forward out the door, Yes I have done it all, Proud moments and the falls, There's a new day just ahead.

Victory or loss, I have stayed the course, They've bashed and criticized, Easily scrutinized, There's a new day just ahead.

In the past, I have looked, At the chances that I took, I have no regrets, Was put through the test, Time and time again.

The tears, they would come, My joy and pain, shared by some, They said that there's no way, That I would fall here today, I will have succeeded in the end.

Yesterday's no more, Spread my wings and I will soar, Yes I have done it all, Remained standing tall, For the challenges that lie ahead.

Victory or loss, I have stayed the course, They've bashed me around, Kicked me when I was down, Left me for dead, By the words that were said, But there's a new day just ahead.

This Is The Man I Love

I tell you I love this man, And you look at him wrong, I tell you he's an undefiled man, You think he's not strong.

I tell you I love this man, You say he's not for me, I tell you I'm not above this man, Daddy, when will you see?

(That) He's not a smoker, or a toker, And he don't do drugs, (He's) not a liar, Or a cheater, And doesn't run with thugs.

(He's) Not a player, Or a hater, Not at all conceited, (He's) Not a boozer, Or a loser, This man is not defeated. Daddy, This is the man I love.

Daddy he's got a name, And he stands up straight, He's not disrepectful, He's not into porn, Or partying until dawn, He's barely out of his shell.

He's not a jailbird, You can check his records, He's just the sweetest thing, He's not one to gamble, Or start any scandals, And daddy, I'm wearing his ring, Cause this is the man I love.

The men who came calling, Seen guns poised above your head, I would run off balling, As the good 'ol boys ran from their death.

But daddy, I love this man, You should be happy for me, Cause daddy, I take this man, For my husband to be.

He's not a theif and doesn't rob banks, He would help a stranger, and expect no thanks. He's my superhero that would save the world, Notta a mean streak in him and he doesn't hit girls

Daddy, I love this man, When will you see? This is the man I love, This is the man for me.

It's Your Heart That I Desire

I see the moonlight in your eyes, And a love strong enough, To change the tides, Baby it's no surprise, I'll be with you 'til the end of time, It's your heart that I desire.

And to see you in this light, A beautiful girl, such a sight, And baby you got it right, Dance with me throughout the night, It's your heart that I desire.

I am a sincere man, And I'll tell you no lies, I come from across the land, With no baggage at my side.

I come from the land of love, With the swaying palm trees, Where women share an abundance, Of fruits that please, The hearts of all men, Who(m) see the vastness, In eyes that transcend, The time that has past us.

To see the moonlight in your eyes, A beautiful girl filled with life, Baby it's no surprise, A perfect love by my side, A love that's lifted higher, Its' your heart that I desire.

Remember When

(Duet) (Male) I remember when, We had met, A dance at a wedding, What a beautiful setting, To fall in love, Remember when? Remember when.

(Female) I remember when, Fumbled words, Fell from your lips, And as you went to grab my....check, I slapped your face, My mistake, Remember when? Remember when.

(Male) Do you remember when, I asked you, To be my bride? You seen the love in my eyes, Then you said yes, Remember when? Do you remember when?

(Female) Do you remember when, I said to you, That you'd make a great father? And you said you wanted to be a part-of, Our little family, Do you remember when? Do you remember when?

The time, Has been so kind, Slow has it moved,

Our love, Has risen above, Any questions of trust,

And our meaning, Is quite revealing, Limitless love shows,

Cause we have made plans, And once we held hands, We never let go.

This Love Could Only Be Meant For Us

(Duet) (Male) The way you dance, The way you sing, Could it be the way, You held my hand in the Spring, I know, this love, Could only be meant for us.

(Female) The way you laugh, The way you talk, Or could it be the way, You kissed me there on the sidewalk, I know, this love, Could only be meant for us.

(Chorus, Male/Female Mix) (F) The way you look, (M) SO mighty fine, (F) One billion bucks, (M) Could not replace my bride, (M & F) I know this love, Could only be meant for us

(Con't Chorus, M&F Singing Together) From the respect you show, To your heart that knows, I know, What everyone knows, That this love, Could only be meant for us.

(Female) The way you're always there, The way you show support, For whatever I want to do, You're simply nothing short, of a dream.

(Male) The promise until death, No cries for a distant love, Spoken with conviction, Sealed from up above, Yes, I know, this love, Could only be meant for us.

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