Thank God, I Am A Country Boy…
When I FINALLY arrived in Texas, the Houston Rodeo had come to town! Whew, I am so glad I made it in time. I have been hearing about this huge event for the longest while and it lived up to it’s great reputation.
Of course, Little Man had to wear his cowboy boots to the show.
When we walked into the arena, this was the first thing that hit our eye sight…thousands of them everywhere.
So how does a person chose?
But the real delight of the show, was the children’s “Fun On The Farm” exhibit they put on. The time and effort to create this was phenomenal. The children just loved it! Here is how they described the event…Fun on the Farm allows children to explore the world of agriculture by following the process of producing farm products, from planting to market. Children can help with farm chores such as gathering eggs, planting and harvesting crops, and milking a cow. Be sure and check out Goat Mountain. Observe goats as they frolic on a rocky hill and learn how the goat industry contributes to Texas agriculture and your daily life.
Can you believe a 108,000 little farmers came through this event this year?!
Look at the “Hook” on his wrist throwing that ear of corn? Daddy has done well teaching him how to throw. Too bad it came up a little short. Next year, Little Man.
Well, you can’t be a country boy, without learning how to milk a cow…as you can see…he picked this up just fine.
If you are wondering what “Little Man” is doing in the picture…he is doing Etsy Bitsy Spider. Smile.
Little Man’s mommy is looking mighty fine in her western apparel.
Seriously, how does a Country Boy pick? Well, you just try a different one every year right?!
To top off the day…we saw Jake Owen in concert that night…another fine Country Boy. Smile.
Thank God I’m A Country Boy…John Denver
Well life on the farm is kinda laid back
Ain’t much an old country boy like me can’t hack
It’s early to rise, early in the sack
Thank God I’m a country boyWell a simple kinda life never did me no harm
A raisin’ me a family and workin’ on a farm
My days are all filled with an easy country charm
Thank God I’m a country boy[Chorus]
Well I got me a fine wife I got me an ole fiddle
When the sun’s comin’ up I got cakes on the griddle
Life ain’t nothin’ but a funny funny riddle
Thank God I’m a country boyWhen the work’s all done and the sun’s settlin’ low
I pull out my fiddle and I rosin up the bow
The kids are asleep so I keep it kinda low
Thank God I’m a country boyI’d play Sally Goodin all day if I could
But the Lord and my wife wouldn’t take it very good
So I fiddle when I can, work when I should
Thank God I’m a country boy[Chorus]
Well I wouldn’t trade my life for diamonds and jewels
I never was one of them money hungry fools
I’d rather have my fiddle and my farmin’ tools
Thank God I’m a country boyYeah, city folk drivin’ in a black limousine
A lotta sad people thinkin’ that’s mighty keen
Son, let me tell ya now exactly what I mean
Thank God I’m a country boy[Chorus]
Well, my fiddle was my daddy’s till the day he died
And he took me by the hand and held me close to his side
Said, “Live a good life and play the fiddle with pride
And thank God you’re a country boyMy daddy taught me young how to hunt and how to whittle
Taught me how to work and play a tune on the fiddle
Taught me how to love and how to give just a little
Thank God I’m a country boy[Chorus]
Thank God I’m A Country Boy!
To visit Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s website you can click here.
Hope all is well with you this week.
Laurie
XXOO
Pride in Photos 
I went to the HLSS&R every year from 1974 to 1992, my string ending when I moved from Houston/College Station to San Diego.
Well done Laurie – feel like I was there with you! Loved your shots of the boots and hats but it’s all about the grandbabies, isn’t it?!!!
Laurie
You are just having the BEST TIME with that terrific grandson and family. Lucky you!!! He is so precious and lovable. It is such fun to watch him grow. How is everything else going for you and Matt? Does he still like his job there? We need to know how close are you to Dallas? We hear news, but we are so unfamiliar with Texas that we need to know where you are.
Missing you at MJ. It is not the same and now a lot of our players are going north. Looks like Kathy, Sandy, Candy and I are it for this Fri. But that is ok, we still have some laughs.
Thinking of you and hope all is going well.
Stay cool! 🙂
Hugs Bev
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Love the shot of all those hats Laurie – and the one of little man’s boots 🙂
This is amazing post, this little cowboy, so lovely and so handsome 🙂 Blessing and Happiness to you All. I loved these boots 🙂 I want too! This was so beautiful to be in your world into the photographs… Thank you, love, nia
Great shots! And what an adorable little cowboy!
I’ll tell you what, I’ll go to the NRV Fair again this year if just for the Deep Fried Oreos! Yum!
That photo of Little Man milking the cow is just wonderful!
What a fun day for all! Hey, when do we see Grammie with Little Man …… ???
Nice detail shots!
Such awesome shots my friend. Looks like you guys had a blast. Now that song will be stuck in my head all day. Heehee…
Hugs~
Love the fried what? section. That makes it a legitimate get together 😉
Great photos – you really captured the essence of the fun!! Love the boots close up
What fun shots. Love the Western apparel!
Absolutely stunning shots as usual Laurie and the little man makes the cutest cowboy ever! Looks like all you had lots of fun. 😀
You capture the moments that will be remembered!!!! Beautiful post! 🙂
I like the crossed leg picture.. Nice portrayed part of Little Man. 🙂
Glad things are going well! Little man is looking cuter than ever. 🙂
So happy that you’re enjoying your move. Texas sounds awesome. Love the pictures. 🙂 Little Man has a very pretty mom and handsome dad. 🙂 and Little Man is so preciously cute.
What a cheerful post this is, Laurie.
It sounds like you are right at home in Texas.
Texas is a wonderful fit for us. BTW…your faith image is precious.
What a good-looking family!
What a beautiful family you have! Awesome pics!! It’s so fun seeing the world through little ones eyes! Lots of Hugz Lisa and Bear
Yee-Haw! Great post 🙂
Oh Look at Little Man and the milking 🙂 Love the boots shot .. I wonder how long they will fit …
What a fabulous day Laurie !
I’ve returned from a two-week holiday. Catching up on my blog. Really like the carrot garden and your grandson milking a cow. These are necessary experiences for children to appreciate and understand nature and the great outdoors and wildlife.
Fabulous pics, Laurie. What a happy post. Your Little Man is doing a great job with the cow. 🙂 I’m now craving a chocolate brownie with deep fried ice cream.
Such a wonderful event! Loved the little Texan milking the cow 🙂
What a fun experience, what a fun post … and in our family, we are all long-time John Denver fans!
Really enjoyed your post and it felt like I was there. I think that it’s great that they are teaching children about agriculture. Looks like you had a great time!
Great photo of little man milking the cow! 🙂
Charming story from Houston told through your so wonderful photos here – excellent captured… 🙂
It looks like a fine time was had by all especially little man who could be a poster boy for ‘country.’ 🙂
Looks like you’re having a ton of fun. I can’t imagine half of what they’re frying down there. Sounds like a real diet buster 😀
I love little man milking the cow. Did you get a hat for yourself . What color did you get?
Glad to see you having some fun too
Thanks…you got that song now stuck in my head! Thank God I’m a country boy, yee haw! I love that photo of little man milking a cow! How fun is that! Your family is so beautiful and so full of love! Hugs to all of you! ❤
Looks like fun. I like all the hands on activities they offered to the kids.
How fun is that!! Little man looks adorable and his mama is rocking the country wear!
The fried options look awesome!
What fun!!
What a great post… loved the photos and what a beautiful family…
What a great time you all had. Little Man’s mother looks gorgeous. We didn’t see your boots? 😉
You are happiest grandmother! Your posts are the future book about lucky little Man. Some day he will realize what Love is about.
Alexander…that was just a lovely comment….thank you so much.
Laurie, I totally understand your feeling. This Easter we visited our daughter and our three grandchildren in Germany. It was great time but as usual too short.
I like to read your posts because they are sincere and full of happiness.
All the best to you and your family.