Stumpy,
Even though many years have passed since you left this earth, I still think about you everyday. You were my very best friend. I remember the many times we would play fetch with a rubber baseball or the times we would take turns chasing each other. God allowed us eighteen years together, filled with many, many wonderful memories.
Of all the happy memories I have of you, my lasting impression of your love was on a sad occassion. The day my grandpa Doss died. I was grieving so much that day and needed to get away by myself. I went to sit on the side of the hill to cry. I heard the noise of little feet approaching and looked up to see you. I could tell you knew grandpa was gone too. You climbed up that hill and into my lap, and you began to whimper. I held you close and we both cried.
You were so much more than just a pet, just a dog, you were the epitome of man’s best friend. I know grandpa is taking care of you now in heaven.
I love you Stumpy. I miss you so much, but I know that one day I will see you again.