Death Of An Innocent Essay, Research Paper

I went to a party mom, I remembered what you said.

You told me not to drink, Mom, so I drank soda instead.

I really felt proud inside, Mom, the way you said I would.

I didn’t drink and drive, Mom, even though the others said I should.

I know I did the right thing, Mom, I know you were always right.

Now the party is finally ending, Mom ,as everyone is driving out of

sight.

As I got into my car, Mom, but as I pulled out into the road

the other car didn’t see me, Mom, and now I’m the one who will pay.

I’m lying here dying, Mom. I wish you’d get here soon.

How cold this happen to me, Mom? My life just burst like a balloon.

There is blood all around me, Mom, and most of it is mine.

I hear the medic say, Mom, I’ll die in a short time.

I just wanted to tell you, Mom, I swear I didn’t drink.

It was the others, Mom. The others didn’t think.

He was probably as the same party as I.

The only difference is he drank and I will die.

Why do people drink, Mom? It can ruin your whole life.

I’m feeling sharp pains now. Pains just like a knife.

The guy who hit me is walking, Mom, and I don’t think it’s fair.

I’m lying here dying and all he can do is stare.

Tell my brother not to cry, Mom. Tell Daddy to be brave.

And when I go to heaven, Mom, put “Daddy’s Girl” on my grave.

Someone should have told him, Mom, not to drink and drive.

If only they had told him, Mom, I would still be alive.

My breath is getting shorter, Mom, I’m becoming very scared.

Please don’t cry for me, Mom.When I needed you, you were always there.

I have one last question, Mom, before I say good-bye.

I didn’t drink and drive, so why am I the one to die?