On Inauguration day

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