Consequences
I was dense I didn't hear
They yelled for me to drop my keys
I ignored their many pleas
My destination was clear the bar
The house got smaller as I sped
Something felt weird My head! My head!
I looked forward saw a pole
I looked behind driving fast
Somehow I knew that glance was my last
It was a patrol car with my friend inside
I stared at her until I crashed
My ribs were broken my face was smashed
She cried while she said "I'll always drive sober"
On that night I said good-bye
Why did I drink why did I die
Just leave your keys, don't drive and drink
Katie West, Age 12
Port Alberni, B.C.