Land of Opportunity, Pt. I: Lafayette County, Pt. II: a Better Home

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Adam Cain

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Straddling the county lines, I lift my head toward the pine
To see my hows dilapidated burned up by a cigar flaming
I run my hands through the ruins find there's nothing here worth using
Turn and walk the other way to finish off my final day

On my way to mother's house to see Pa mourn for his spouse
He picks up two sheets of oak and builds a box he hasn't spoke
He finally says she should lie here better go where it's sunny and clear
So we pack the wagon to the top with Ma secured by a rope

My brother Bob he needs his sleep but them dogs won't permit such things
His wife and kids are all upset 'cause the dogs just need a vet
But Bobby he sneaks out one night with a rifle and pocket knife
Puts them down one by one with tears in his eyes and hate in his heart

Oh God, these sins will follow me as long as I follow my family
But I've paid my dues and done my time, now it's my turn in life
One by one they pass away leavin' me with debts to pay
And I'll miss every single one as I take my pills and raise my gun

I was standing by my window on one cold and cloudy day
When I saw that hearse come rolling, for to carry my mother away

Will the circle be unbroken
By and by, lord, by and by
There's a better home a-waiting
In the sky, lord, in the sky

I said to that undertaker, undertaker please drive slow
For this lady you are carrying, Lord, I hate to see her go

Will the circle be unbroken
By and by, lord, by and by
There's a better home a-waiting
In the sky, lord, in the sky

Then I followed close behind her, I tried to be so brave
But I could not hide my sorrow when they laid her in the grave

Will the circle be unbroken
By and by, lord, by and by

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