It makes a man feel lucky just to be alive
In a land where he can do what he thinks best
I'm free to roam the mountains and forests of the East
Or chase down wild horses in the West
Lord, I want to leave my children what my father gave to me
It's the treasure that I cherish most
Living here where freedom stretches coast to coast
Maybe this ain't heaven, but it's close
--From the Johnny Paycash novel,
Maybe This Ain't Heaven