Rawhyde

In such a very short time
My hero, you became,
The world knew you as Rawhyde,
Peter Batton was your name.

You brought us all such happiness,
Our fifteen minutes of fame,
Love you gave with the click of the lens,
Caught in every frame.

I still expect to see your face,
Whenever there's a flash,
I look around to see my friend,
They say you're scattered ash.

But me, I know much better,
Alaska resting place?
I feel your spirit every day,
I almost see your face.

I know we'll meet again, my friend,
You've spoken of your faith,
Until that day you're in my heart,
And cheering on my race!

copyright 2009 John H Roebuck