The Day I Lost Me Rubber Boots

(Verse 1) It was early in the mornin’, down by the shore, I slipped on me boots, headin' out once more, The fog was so thick, couldn’t see me own hand, But I knew I had to get to the fishing stand. I crossed the old bridge with a hop and a skip, But halfway 'cross, I felt me boot rip. Water started pourin' in, cold as can be, I muttered to meself, “What else could hit me?” (Chorus) Oh, the sea was wild and me boots were shot, I slipped in the mud, Lord, I gave it a thought, Of all the things that could sink me ship, It’s losing me boots that gave me a slip! (Verse 2) I hobbled down the wharf, with one boot on, Lookin' like a Newfie pirate, one leg gone. I called out to Johnny, "Toss me the line!" But he just laughed and said, “You're lookin' fine!” I stepped in a puddle, soaked to me knee, A seagull swooped down, nearly knocked into me. I tripped on a crab pot, down I went, Right into the drink, boots heaven-sent! (Chorus) Oh, the sea was wild and me boots were shot, I slipped in the mud, Lord, I gave it a thought, Of all the things that could sink me ship, It’s losing me boots that gave me a slip! (Bridge) Well, I made it back home, soggy as a fish, The wife took one look and said, “Make a wish!” I said, “All I want is dry feet and some tea.” She laughed and said, “You’re a sight to see!” (Punchline Verse) She handed me slippers, soft and bright, And said, “Next time, just stay in tonight!” I gave her a grin, then let out a cheer, For losing me boots was the least of me fear! (Final Chorus) Oh, the sea was wild and me boots are gone, But now I’ve got slippers to shuffle along, Of all the things that could sink me ship, It’s losing me boots that gave me a slip!