Speech 3

Dry Run of Speech 3

I. Introduction

A. Defining a best friend

B. Introduction of Josh

C. Josh’s passing on Father’s Day

D. Emphasizing the lifelong impact of friends like Josh

II. Early Memories

A. Josh’s entry into my life in the third grade

B. Description of our daily after-school playtime

C. Establishing a routine and memories

III. Lifelong Friendship

A. Eleven years of being best friends

B. How both of us matured and faced life changes while remaining close

C. Enjoying simple yet memorable activities together

D. Recollecting our childhood adventures and fun moments

IV. Lessons and Growth

A. Appreciating a constant best friend through ups and downs

B. Josh’s ability to bring a smile in good and bad times

V. Lasting Impact

A. Josh’s positive influence on my life

B. The separation during college and his cancer diagnosis

C. The painful memory of his passing on Father’s Day

VI. The Reveal

A. Disclosing that Josh was a dog, not a human

B. Highlighting the special bond between dogs and humans

C. Clarifying the purpose of this speech

VII. Conclusion

A. Emphasizing the significance of Josh in my life

B. Expressing feelings of missing him

C. Describing Josh as more than a pet, but a beloved brother