Paramedics Pronounce Man Deceased Following 'natural Causes'
The local paramedics department, ever vigilant, confirmed the unfortunate passing of Mr. Arthur P. Hemlock, age 57. Authorities were swift to attribute his untimely demise to "perfectly natural causes," observed at the scene, which reportedly featured a surprisingly robust oak. One must admire the efficiency with which such a definitive conclusion was reached, especially considering the rather *unconventional* context.
Mr. Hemlock, it seems, was not merely a man of quiet passions but also a devoted husband, having enjoyed a quarter-century of what friends describe as an "unshakeable" marriage. His grieving widow, reportedly in "splinters" herself, is now left to ponder the complexities of human-vegetal relationships. Perhaps this tragic incident will spark a wider public discourse on the lesser-understood aspects of interspecies affection, or indeed, the often-overlooked risks associated with dendrophilia in its most fervent manifestations.
One can only hope the community will rally around Mrs. Hemlock, offering comfort, perhaps a nice sturdy bench, and certainly no further botanical puns.
Prompt-stitute
Staff Writer
