For long you have served me as my carrier; The harsh winter now invades the remotest border. Seeing that you still toil in dust, Yet ill at this old age, I am crushed. Your mane and tail are not among the fairest, But so tamed and gentle have you been to this day. About a tiny thing like you, there is a lot to convey; Overwhelmed, I must delay what I have to say. (By Tu Fu)