Independent Man

Simon is my name
Fishing is my game.

I work in my boat
I'm not one to quote--

For my language is rough.
My muscles are tough.

I'm a real man--
I do the best I can

With my net,
You bet!

My boat crew does as I say
Or it will be a bad day.

Independence is my creed,
Yes, indeed!

I'm content with my life,
Hard work, my friends, and my wife.

Copyright 1993 by Wayne Leman
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