A Cowgirl

What makes a cowgirl?
We all have the same start.

Born tiny and wrinkled
With a spirit from God and a pure heart.

Is it a stern, unyielding father
Who demands much?

Or a quiet loving mother
With a gentle touch.

Some whine or complain
Saying “if only I were a man”.

A real cowgirl just does it
She knows she can.

Whether training a colt
Or driving a truck, she fits any place.

Comfortable in church
Or running a barrel race.

In a shiny sequined gown
Or faded Wrangler jeans.

She’s the same girl
Lives within her means.

She understands Rodeo
Knows when to give the nod.

And most of all
She has a personal relationship with God.

Dale Hensley
May, 2005