Cowboy’s Hands

by | May 31, 2022 | Justin Palmer

You ever shook the hand of a cowboy?I mean one that’s tried and true.Not one that just bought the hat and boots,One that’s worked the whole day through. There’s something about how he reaches out,Smiling and looking you straight in the eye.You know that now you have a...

Calving Heifers

by | May 31, 2022 | Justin Palmer

Oh the joy of calving heifers,Not quite what it’s said to be.I know it’s a necessary evil,But it’s a stumbling block for me. Rest of the year I can keep my cool,But sometimes I’d prefer a colonoscopy.Than having to deal with an estrogen filled,Adrenaline driven,...

Branding Time

by | May 31, 2022 | Justin Palmer

I sat and pondered the other dayOn this spring time of year.And tried to figure out whyI seem to hold it so dear. It’s this time of year that GodRejuvenates and replenishes the land,But best of all its time,To gather to rope and brand. I’ve been known to travelThis...

A Sweeter Destination

by | May 31, 2022 | Justin Palmer

How do you say goodbyeTo someone you truly love?Even when you’re promised,They are waiting up above. There is a time to grieve,Only you know how long.And the emotions will come back,When you hear their favorite song. With the passing of each year,The loss gets easier...

A Man’s Heart

by | May 31, 2022 | Justin Palmer

He hurries to cast his line one last time,As the sun is setting beneath the rim.There’s no way he’s ending this trip,With his wife out fishing him once again. You’d think that after 65 years,He’d be ok with a day being beat.But there’s something inside each man,That...