Sad song plays softly on the radio,
her hands cold as ice,
holds tight to the wheel.
Tears stream silently down her face,
a stray sob sounds louder than necessary,
she jumps a little at the sound.
The narrow, windy road
slithers beneath the wheels of her car.
Trees make strange shadows,
that frighten her and she pushes her car faster.
A child steps out into the road.
SSSCCCRREEEAAACCCHHH!
The car buckles to a stop.
She gasps for air.
Shocked.
Upset.
Confused.
Stepping out of the car,
her hair tangling in the door.
Wiping stray tears from her face.
Hello?
No response. The wind picks up.
Suddenly she falls down in tears,
Sobbing so hard.
Breath hitching and shaking all over.
He knows, she tried to save him.
It was dark and she was watching him.
His parents needed a break from the chaos.
She came because she loved kids.
He adored her. Put flowers in her blonde hair.
Screamed with delight on the swings at the park.
She sat down for a moment,
taking a breather from the game of tag.
She looked up at the sound of silence.
Then the huge crash.
He was nowhere around. She ran with fear.
She called for him, over and over and over.
No answer, just silence.
Walking over to the crash, a man with a pale face.
Looked to be in tears.
"I'm sorry.."
Down was the little, brown haired boy.
Blood streaming from his crown.
Soaking his shirt and pants.
She dialed 911 and got help.
She took her shirt off and applied pressure.
Stroking his hair, spreading the blod.
Whispering it will be all right.
The man left.
She cradled the boy in her arms.
Tears coming to her eyes.
The sirens announced the arrival of paramedics.
They scooped up the boy and strapped him to a board.
She cried as the ambulance raced away.
She went to her car and got in shaking.
Parents were called and notified of events.
She went home shocked,
scared,
upset,
distraught, and
the list goes on and on.
Counselors were called in,
students comforted her.
She cried her way through classes.
Barely passed and walked for graduation.
She just needed to drive.
Her parents car was home.
The engine fired to life and she drove.
Just wanted to forget, wanted him back.
She knew it was her fault for him passing.
She cried for him, knew it was accident.
Kept seeing his bloody face in her dreams.
He looked lost.
A cop pulled over,
asked if she was all right.
She cried harder. He pulled his coat off,
wrapped it around her. Pulled her close.
She sobbed and rocked.
He stroked her hair until it stopped.
Helped her up, looked her in the eye.
"Janie, it's not your fault."
She stood up, looking helpless.
He drove her home,
grabbed a buddy and got the car home.
Took the night off and held her.
Gave her a tranquilizer to calm her nerves.
Watched and stayed with her.
His beeper when off,
they ignored it.
She woke up refreshed, still upset.
He kissed her hair. She laid on his chest.
He called into work. They took the day.
Went to the beach, to walk and relax.
She calmed down.
He watched her skip stones.
Dropped her off.
Hugged her tight. Told her to hang on.
Nights later his beeper went off.
He jumped up and saw the plate.
Took off with his uniform a mess.
Saw the crash and knew she was gone.
Watched the paramedics zip her up,
tight, hair in the zipper.
He cursed and stopped them to fix it.
He carried her casket at the funeral.
Wished her a better time with the boy.
Brought her flowers every day,
on her day she left.
Went home to his cat.
"Janie get me a beer."
Meow. She sat in his lap and purred.
He cuddled her and slept soundly in the chair.
A dream woke him.
She said she loved him.
He got up to shower and continue his life.
Helping kids stay safe out of the road.
Sunday, June 9, 2013
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Part Two: Good Things Come To Those Who Wait
Katie woke up earlier than usual the next morning. Her phone was going crazy next to her on the night stand. She picked it up and saw that it was Dan. She answered in a not quite awake voice. Dan teased her and told her to get up that his landlord wanted to meet with Katie today and get the application filled out so they could start living together soon. Katie was so overjoyed that she bounded out of bed almost took her cell phone into the shower with her.
After getting showered and dressed in one of her more casual outfits, Katie headed to Dan's apartment complex to meet Dan's landlord. After a brief meeting a some time to fill out the roommate application, Katie and Dan headed to a small cafe for lunch. The two talked and talked about Katie's situation and since neither of them had to work that day, they headed out to enjoy a funny movie. Katie agreed when Dan said they should see something comical to relieve some of the tension in Katie's life, although hopefully it will be a bit easier for her after the landlord reviews her case and accepts her application. Halfway through the movie Dan got a text from work, saying that he needed to come in right away because someone got sick and he was the only one who could cover and close the store that night. Dan apologized to Katie for having to leave her. She understood and finished the movie and then got herself back to the hotel. That night as she was laying in bed she could not believe all the good luck she was having of finding an apartment and getting such a good roommate. Katie was sure that ground rules would have to be established because Dan would want to see other girls at some point other than her. She would also want to date other guys than Dan. In the end she would make it work for her and Dan living together. And she would have someone for which to cook and share leftovers at night. Katie thought of these wonderful possibilities as she feel asleep that night and slept very soundly for once because she knew that she possibly had a home in which to live, quite soon.
Dan walked into work rather annoyed but the person he was relieving looked to be quite happy that Dan was there. Dan put on his work clothes and started helping customers that night. All the while trying to put Katie to the back of his mind because he knew she was probably thinking about other guys. The way she was so helpless and sad in his arms the other night just made him want to hold and caress her forever. Her skin was so soft and her hair smelled like some kind of unique flower. The way she curled up in his arms so tight and perfect it was like they were meant to be. Dan also came to the troubling conclusion that he would have to share space with Katie and try to fit all of her stuff into the apartment. He worked out details in his head until the end of the night when it was time to straighten up the store and run reports for the next day.
That night when Dan got home he striped down to his boxers and cuddled up with his body pillow to try and sleep and pretend Katie was there breathing deeply and evenly with him. He could stroke her hair, smooth out goosebumps on her arms, and wrap their legs together so it felt like they were one person. Dan fell asleep that night dreaming of Katie and how wonderful it would be to have her in bed with him at night.
Outside Katie's window of the hotel, two men with masks stood next to the door waiting for the signal to break the window and pounce on the helpless little girl.
CRASH, glass went everywhere. Katie awoke with a start and screamed as two large men came through her window with guns. They demanded cash which she gave the little from her purse and then they scattered. Shaking and very scared, Katie went to the front desk and was greeted by the person working behind the desk, asking if she was all right. Katie said she was and went to go fill out police paper work to catch the men who robbed her that night. After much commotion and many phone calls Katie went back to sleep but could not get much sleep because of the nightmares and ideas still racing through her mind. She hoped that Dan would have good news for her in the morning so she would not be taken advantage of again.
After getting showered and dressed in one of her more casual outfits, Katie headed to Dan's apartment complex to meet Dan's landlord. After a brief meeting a some time to fill out the roommate application, Katie and Dan headed to a small cafe for lunch. The two talked and talked about Katie's situation and since neither of them had to work that day, they headed out to enjoy a funny movie. Katie agreed when Dan said they should see something comical to relieve some of the tension in Katie's life, although hopefully it will be a bit easier for her after the landlord reviews her case and accepts her application. Halfway through the movie Dan got a text from work, saying that he needed to come in right away because someone got sick and he was the only one who could cover and close the store that night. Dan apologized to Katie for having to leave her. She understood and finished the movie and then got herself back to the hotel. That night as she was laying in bed she could not believe all the good luck she was having of finding an apartment and getting such a good roommate. Katie was sure that ground rules would have to be established because Dan would want to see other girls at some point other than her. She would also want to date other guys than Dan. In the end she would make it work for her and Dan living together. And she would have someone for which to cook and share leftovers at night. Katie thought of these wonderful possibilities as she feel asleep that night and slept very soundly for once because she knew that she possibly had a home in which to live, quite soon.
Dan walked into work rather annoyed but the person he was relieving looked to be quite happy that Dan was there. Dan put on his work clothes and started helping customers that night. All the while trying to put Katie to the back of his mind because he knew she was probably thinking about other guys. The way she was so helpless and sad in his arms the other night just made him want to hold and caress her forever. Her skin was so soft and her hair smelled like some kind of unique flower. The way she curled up in his arms so tight and perfect it was like they were meant to be. Dan also came to the troubling conclusion that he would have to share space with Katie and try to fit all of her stuff into the apartment. He worked out details in his head until the end of the night when it was time to straighten up the store and run reports for the next day.
That night when Dan got home he striped down to his boxers and cuddled up with his body pillow to try and sleep and pretend Katie was there breathing deeply and evenly with him. He could stroke her hair, smooth out goosebumps on her arms, and wrap their legs together so it felt like they were one person. Dan fell asleep that night dreaming of Katie and how wonderful it would be to have her in bed with him at night.
Outside Katie's window of the hotel, two men with masks stood next to the door waiting for the signal to break the window and pounce on the helpless little girl.
CRASH, glass went everywhere. Katie awoke with a start and screamed as two large men came through her window with guns. They demanded cash which she gave the little from her purse and then they scattered. Shaking and very scared, Katie went to the front desk and was greeted by the person working behind the desk, asking if she was all right. Katie said she was and went to go fill out police paper work to catch the men who robbed her that night. After much commotion and many phone calls Katie went back to sleep but could not get much sleep because of the nightmares and ideas still racing through her mind. She hoped that Dan would have good news for her in the morning so she would not be taken advantage of again.
Friday, May 24, 2013
Part 1: From An Old To A New Beginning
The door slammed in her face as she stood out in the cold, rainy night trying not to tear up. She wish she would have said something different. Done something different so he would not have broken up with her and made her go out alone. She was on her own now to fend for herself and try to make a life for herself. She still had a job and her family to help her but they were scattered all over the United States and makes it hard for her to see them in person. She knew one day that her boyfriend could not handle living with her anymore and she would have to stand up and make a life for herself.
Katie, who just recently turned 21, a blonde, and one of the nicest human beings in the world. Was standing on the stoop of her boyfriend's house wondering what life had in store for her next. Her next step was to get into her car with her stuff to find a motel to keep her for a while until she could find a friend with whom to live or an apartment. She got into her just got into her car before the rain storm unleashed a downpour from the clouds above. She sighed loudly and wiped the remnants of tears from the corners of her eyes and started her white Pontiac Grand Prix. The engine choked up for a moment but then started running. Taking another sigh of relief Katie drove into town to the local hotel and got a room for the night. She knew that the expense of the new few days would not help her out in the long run, but it was necessary for her situation. When Katie got all her things into the hotel room she was exhausted and feel asleep before she could remove her clothes.
Twelve hours later, Katie awoke somewhat refreshed but did not have pleasant dreams. She made herself some coffee and went to her car to go look for a more permanent residence. Katie was a Junior in college studying to be a high school history teacher. Katie really enjoyed learning about the people who ran the country in which she currently lived. She also enjoyed watching movies that represented our history, even if the videos are not the best to describe the situations. She wanted to be able to teach students about history and to have a fun learning environment overall. She is a blonde with very long hair that has not been cut for some time. She grew up in a family as the second youngest of four children from a very Christian household. No one really paid attention to Katie but she had a roof over her head and food on the table every night. She never understood church and when people talked about God, but she went to church to not have to argue with her parents. Although now that her parents had kicked her out she did not go to church anymore. She was on her own and happy (as she could be after being kicked out by her boyfriend).
Katie had one younger brother and two older sisters. The brother was still in the same high school Katie and all of her siblings attended and lived with her parents. Katie's family thrived off of living on a farm on the outskirts of a small town where everyone knew everybody. Katie's parents are very involved in the town and building a community with everyone. Katie was very popular growing up with the town but only seemed to have a few friends growing up. Her closest friend is a currently English Major at Maine University hoping and praying to get an internship with Stephen King and to one day become a major author. Katie was very happy for her, but during times like this she missed her very much. She knew Anna would take her in as a roommate in a heart beat. But Katie was out looking for her own way.
As Katie was driving through town the images of last night kept coming back to her mind and how sad she really was. She had to end up pulling over to stop herself from spacing out from driving. And sat in her car and cried. A while later she was able to compose herself and continue driving. Her first stop was at her co-worker's house to see if he would take her in. He was a lonely bachelor with no family and had a hard time keeping an honest roommate.
Katie stumbled up the steps to his apartment and knocked. When he answered she broke down completely on his chest. Dan looked at her for moment, not knowing what to do and hugged her before leading her to come sit down and stop crying.
"What happened Katie?," Dan asked going to get some kleenexes. When he came back Katie had stopped crying and grabbed a handful of tissues to fix her face. When she finished. She told about how her boyfriend had dumped her being to faithful to her job and school. She had been pushed onto the streets last night and was now in a hotel room hoping and praying to find a cheap place to live. Dan looked at her for a long time and knew that Katie was really crushed. Her boyfriend, Justin, had been a really great guy for her. But he had some troubles of growing up of his own, even though he was around 30 years old. Dan hugged her again and held her, petting her hair to try and help her calm down more. She snuggled into him and enjoyed the comfort.
"So Katie why did you come here?" Dan asked after her breathing has evened out.
"I knew you have been complaining about not being able to find a good roommate and was wondering if you would take me in?" Katie said twiddling her thumbs. Dan was quiet for a long, long time. Katie wondered if she mumbled and if he had heard her. Finally Dan spoke but with slight hesitation.
"Katie, you're a great girl and you would make a wonderful roommate. I accept," he said hugging her. Katie just about jumped for joy.
"When can I move in," she asked sounding excited. As soon as we figure out logistics and such to you living you. You have to go fill out an application with my landlord and such. So it may take a while," Dan said. Katie was so overjoyed she almost kissed him but knew that would not end well so she just hugged him enjoying the feeling her arms felt around him.
Katie and Dan sat and talked for a long time, even continued the conversation through lunch and dinners and it finally ended with a good night kiss outside Katie's hotel room.
Katie, who just recently turned 21, a blonde, and one of the nicest human beings in the world. Was standing on the stoop of her boyfriend's house wondering what life had in store for her next. Her next step was to get into her car with her stuff to find a motel to keep her for a while until she could find a friend with whom to live or an apartment. She got into her just got into her car before the rain storm unleashed a downpour from the clouds above. She sighed loudly and wiped the remnants of tears from the corners of her eyes and started her white Pontiac Grand Prix. The engine choked up for a moment but then started running. Taking another sigh of relief Katie drove into town to the local hotel and got a room for the night. She knew that the expense of the new few days would not help her out in the long run, but it was necessary for her situation. When Katie got all her things into the hotel room she was exhausted and feel asleep before she could remove her clothes.
Twelve hours later, Katie awoke somewhat refreshed but did not have pleasant dreams. She made herself some coffee and went to her car to go look for a more permanent residence. Katie was a Junior in college studying to be a high school history teacher. Katie really enjoyed learning about the people who ran the country in which she currently lived. She also enjoyed watching movies that represented our history, even if the videos are not the best to describe the situations. She wanted to be able to teach students about history and to have a fun learning environment overall. She is a blonde with very long hair that has not been cut for some time. She grew up in a family as the second youngest of four children from a very Christian household. No one really paid attention to Katie but she had a roof over her head and food on the table every night. She never understood church and when people talked about God, but she went to church to not have to argue with her parents. Although now that her parents had kicked her out she did not go to church anymore. She was on her own and happy (as she could be after being kicked out by her boyfriend).
Katie had one younger brother and two older sisters. The brother was still in the same high school Katie and all of her siblings attended and lived with her parents. Katie's family thrived off of living on a farm on the outskirts of a small town where everyone knew everybody. Katie's parents are very involved in the town and building a community with everyone. Katie was very popular growing up with the town but only seemed to have a few friends growing up. Her closest friend is a currently English Major at Maine University hoping and praying to get an internship with Stephen King and to one day become a major author. Katie was very happy for her, but during times like this she missed her very much. She knew Anna would take her in as a roommate in a heart beat. But Katie was out looking for her own way.
As Katie was driving through town the images of last night kept coming back to her mind and how sad she really was. She had to end up pulling over to stop herself from spacing out from driving. And sat in her car and cried. A while later she was able to compose herself and continue driving. Her first stop was at her co-worker's house to see if he would take her in. He was a lonely bachelor with no family and had a hard time keeping an honest roommate.
Katie stumbled up the steps to his apartment and knocked. When he answered she broke down completely on his chest. Dan looked at her for moment, not knowing what to do and hugged her before leading her to come sit down and stop crying.
"What happened Katie?," Dan asked going to get some kleenexes. When he came back Katie had stopped crying and grabbed a handful of tissues to fix her face. When she finished. She told about how her boyfriend had dumped her being to faithful to her job and school. She had been pushed onto the streets last night and was now in a hotel room hoping and praying to find a cheap place to live. Dan looked at her for a long time and knew that Katie was really crushed. Her boyfriend, Justin, had been a really great guy for her. But he had some troubles of growing up of his own, even though he was around 30 years old. Dan hugged her again and held her, petting her hair to try and help her calm down more. She snuggled into him and enjoyed the comfort.
"So Katie why did you come here?" Dan asked after her breathing has evened out.
"I knew you have been complaining about not being able to find a good roommate and was wondering if you would take me in?" Katie said twiddling her thumbs. Dan was quiet for a long, long time. Katie wondered if she mumbled and if he had heard her. Finally Dan spoke but with slight hesitation.
"Katie, you're a great girl and you would make a wonderful roommate. I accept," he said hugging her. Katie just about jumped for joy.
"When can I move in," she asked sounding excited. As soon as we figure out logistics and such to you living you. You have to go fill out an application with my landlord and such. So it may take a while," Dan said. Katie was so overjoyed she almost kissed him but knew that would not end well so she just hugged him enjoying the feeling her arms felt around him.
Katie and Dan sat and talked for a long time, even continued the conversation through lunch and dinners and it finally ended with a good night kiss outside Katie's hotel room.
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