The Re-institution of Man's Best Friend...

Man's best friend, when this phrase is often quoted we often think of those cute, cuddly, dogs that add fun, comfort, and security to our daily lives. Dogs are truly animals that have gained the utmost respect in the American society. But I sometimes wonder when will man's best friend, be just that, a human being? I love dogs just as much as the next person, but I believe our society is losing its faith in the human race. Michael Vick, is now rebuilding his life and career, because of crimes committed against the most beloved animal in the country. He now has to pay the price for his part in the crime and literally beg for reinstatement into the NFL. I though look at other cases in which humans are treated much worse or even killed and the person at fault does less time and suffers less humiliation than Michael Vick did. For example, Donte Stallworth, another NFL player, killed a man while driving drunk. MIAMI -- Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth took full responsibility for killing a pedestrian while driving drunk in Florida and began serving a 30-day jail sentence Tuesday after he pleaded guilty to DUI manslaughter. There is a angry part of me that says how is that!! This was an unfortunate event, that could happen to anyone. But there are some extreme inconsistencies in our justice system. Human beings are made in the image of God, and when challenged has achieved great feats in the areas of science, music, art and technology. Humanity has healed and often conquered the severe darkness of evil and hate that can sometimes take over human goodwill. It seems though we as people allow those humans that hurt us to prevail. We begin to love the person we wish we were, hate the person who we really are, and be afraid of the people who are different than us. It is those fears, and insecurities that allow pets to be the perfect refuge for souls that have been scarred. Which is great, because pets are those creatures created by God, to be those humble listeners and loyal protectors of our sanity. At some point we must re institute love for our family, friends, neighbors and colleagues. Humanity when practiced, can be a great friend in times of need and just like any other creature should be protected and cherished.