My Trappers

Trapper II walking in front of the house.

Back in 1999 I referred to Trapper I as the greatest soul I have ever known... Now I say of Trapper I and Trapper II ... They are the greatest souls I have ever known. I say this because if man's soul were as pure and honest as these two were ... we wouldn't have wars, hatred, prejudice, murder, theft... we would still have jealousy...
jealous of who can give and/or get the most love!!

If it should be I grow frail and weak
And pain prevents my peaceful sleep,
Then you must do what must be done
When this last battle can't be won.

You will be sad, I understand.
Selfishness might stay your hand.
But on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship take the test.

We've had so many happy years
That what's to come can hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer. So,
When the time comes, please let me go.

Take me where my needs they'll tend.
Only -- stay with me until the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me.
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know, in time, you, too, will see
It is a kindness that you do for me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.

Do not grieve it should be you
Who must decide this thing to do.
We've been so close, we two, these years......
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

Author Unknown