Letra de Send Home The Slates - Camel

I work for the union pike,
Out on the western line.
I found uncle sean in denver,
And he and his wife are fine.
They send their best,
And like the rest -
They send home the slates.
It took six months from the cobh,
Another six by land,
But the pay is good,
And as i should
I'll send home the slates.
Back on your feet
Now lads,
Our time for writing home has passed.
Six miles to spike today,
That's what we need.
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So fast lads
We must advance,
Work to the gandy dance.
Six days to double pay,
That's our reward -
But not 'til the line goes down.
I'll not send empty letters,
I know you need the rent.
Dad, you deserve a new pair of boots,
I know it's money well spent.
So kind regards,
I'll work hard -
To send home the slates.
Ps. dear ma,
I send my picture.
Don't let the family forget me...