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A Texan Native


The following statements don't apply
to all Texans I must admit.

But, if you are a dyed in the wool Redneck,

they most definitly will fit!

May wear a bathrobe but never ties it.
Knows that a good lock keeps most people honest.
Has country roots that run deep.

Sees no good reason to end a lot of words with the letter 'g'.
Knows that when his mama says frog, he'd better jump.
Removes his cap when a funeral passes.


Knows what a "mess" is.

Always makes room for one more at the dinner table.
Won't eat okra unless it's fried.
Has at least one kinfolk named Bubba or Bo.


Has a National Rifle Association bumper sticker.

Drinks sweetened iced tea at most meals.
Has enjoyed Moon Pies and R.C. Cola.
Has put peanuts in his soda pop.


Wouldn't take his weight in gold for a "good old dawg".

Thinks lying is worse than stealing.
Will go to the wall for a friend.
Always repays his debts.


Knows ain't is a perfectly acceptable word.


Thinks where he's from is God's Country,

Even if it's only a lot with a few trees.



 

Author notes

These are the so-called rules of being a Texan, no matter if born there or transplanted from somewhere else. As Hank William's stated " A Country Boy can Survive!"

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  • oldpoets
    February 6

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    This write is a great testiment to a red neck. I live in Norh Carolina. we have a lot of them here. They don't always yel yee haw, It is thes same beast.


  • Haiku-bless-you silver member
    April 6, 2008

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    SpiritMother, This poem is full of valuable information to those who are not native to 'Gods' Country'(Texas). This light hearted write made me smile and I know Pure Country is pleased with your offering. Congratulations on the Silver Trophy.

    Gray Moehe


  • storiesuntold gold member
    March 31, 2008

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    Great write

    So true it is we sure dont ask for much but honesty and a good meal and love and friends to all if they
    never lie so a Texan I will always be


  • Elfin
    March 27, 2008

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    I guess only our American friends will gain the full humour from this piece, but as long as it puts a smile on purecountry's face then that's ok with me.
    Get Well Soon my friend. Val


    • SpiritMother
      March 27, 2008
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      It is true that Texans are about the only ones who understand each other.. even in humor..LOL..even some of America doesn't understand a Texan..(our slowwwowo talk, ya see!..


  • Three Doves
    March 27, 2008

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    Oh the sweet truth of an honest Texan. "A Country Boy can Survive!". Much love in your statements. Peace in light and love.


  • Whispering Wind Moderators member
    March 24, 2008

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    WONDERFULLY SWEET

    I have just enjoyed each and every line my sweet-one...you have brought truths and humor together and for this i say niaish...i just know you have made him smile inside and out thank you so much for just being you to us all~

    Niaish so much for enter~

  • SpiritMother
    March 22, 2008
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    Niaish to Everyone

    I really enjoyed writing this for Pure Country because not everyone can understand a lot of the ways of the Texan, but I knew in my heart of hearts that he would! It is in jest, for we know how to make fun of our ownselves, even when we're down..Live, laugh and love for yesterday is gone, tomorrow hasn't arrived and that is why today is called "the Present" given to us by the Father!


  • LittleMoon silver member
    March 22, 2008

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    There are no words I can say about this - you should know what you are talking about - Ain't that the truth!
    Love it, nice one.

  • PureCountry
    March 21, 2008

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    Well I You Must Know,

    I always remove my cap when a funeral passes, or when I come inside. Not to mention tipping it to the ladies as well. No I will not eat okra unless it is fried. I ahve subsisted on moon pies and R.C.'s before. Nor can I count the number of times I have put peanuts in my soda.

    Have no NRA bumper sticker, but if I did they would have to pry it and the gun out of my cold dead hands. Will go to the wall for a friend, and I repay my debts, even if it takes forever.

    Ain't there a word like ain't or am I imaginin' things. Of course Texas is God's Country, and I am a Texan by His grace.

    So I guess my country roots do run deep!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I enjoyed this immensly Mam. Many thanks for taking the time to enter. Wonderfully Done

    Your Son,
    PureCountry


  • Serene
    March 21, 2008

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    Excellent!

    You have a wonderful piece of Texan Native here, and of course don't apply to all Texan, really enjoyed your piece, hope it gets you where your heart aspires.

    Rena~

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