a thank you note

I had a fun writing assignment in one of my courses the other day. The idea was to write something anything short but first choose the audience, choose the format, and also choose the topic. I figured I'd write a thank you note from a pencil to its eraser:

To my close and faithful Friend,

I want to really thank you for all your dedication and years of commitment. I realize that at times I have regrettably taken you for granted, but truly it is you that completes our purpose as a bi-purposeful instrument. Oh how the years have gone by, what great writing we have created together! Without you, my work would be only a scribbled bumbled mess of grammar mistakes. You allow me to start new and forgive an errors so easily. How swift is your grace!

As the years have passed, I have been warn down to almost nothing, and you a mere nub of your once magnificent self. Day by day we become less, but how close we have grown. Alas, we are a tribute to the greatness of writers! I will never forget you for the humility and hard work you have contributed to our efforts. How marvelous it has been! It is an honor to have served beside you. Thank you dear and close friend, I am truly grateful.

Sincerely,

Pencil