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Tom Zart
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0 posted 2007-01-13 12:53 PM


THE HANGING TREE


The hanging tree the hanging tree,
A great big cottonwood that waits for me.
Just out of town by Old Boot Hill
Where they’ll take my body and a grave they’ll fill

Now, I don't know, but I was told,
They’ll use a slow horse and a rope that's old.
Lord, have mercy on a sinner's soul;
To end up in heaven was always my goal.

It's true; I’ve stole a horse or two,
Even after pledging to you.
I've drank to much and loved to many
Became plain stupid and spent every penny.

Come first light I’ll greet my fate
For the hangman and I have a early date.
I'll mumble and stumble then hold my breath
As I pray for God's grace after my death.


By Tom Zart


© Copyright 2007 Tom Zart - All Rights Reserved
Roniece Dawson-Bruce
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1 posted 2007-01-13 01:04 AM


what a great story teller you are Tom!  loved this one   RDB
Tom Zart
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2 posted 2007-01-13 01:13 AM


Thank you for your support.
trutodaraiders
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3 posted 2007-01-13 01:34 AM


Nice reading poetry that is just not about love. Thanks for your kind words. Maybe 1 day I will be able to broden my horizons and write better on different topics. Awsome job Tom your welcome for the support!
Tom Zart
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4 posted 2007-01-13 02:49 AM


Thank you I ment what I said about you as a poet.
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