Stories

Friend, please don't mourn for me I'm still here, though you don't see. I'm right by your side each night and day and within your heart I long to stay. My body is gone but I'm always near. I'm everything you feel, see or hear. My spirit is free, but I'll never depart as long as you keep me alive in your heart. I'll never wander out of...

George G. Vest EULOGY OF THE DOG September 23, 1870 (Warrensburg, Missouri) Gentleman of the jury. The best friend a man has in the world may turn against him and become his enemy. His son or daughter whom he has reared with loving care may prove ungrateful. Those who are nearest and dearest to us, those whom we trust with our happiness and our...

My Orange-White cat passed away this ev'ning Was way too young. Why'd he have to go? Gone so suddenly, without warning Someday perhaps I'll know...