The Death of an Innocence..... -Amy Hammond-

The Death of an Innocence.....

I went to a party Mum, I remebered what you said.
You told me not to drink Mum, so I drank soda instead.
I felt really proud inside Mum, the way you said i should.
I didnt drink and drive Mum, even though the others said I should.
I know I did the right thing Mum, I know you are always right.
Now the party is finally ending Mum, as everyone is driving out of sight.

As I got into my car Mum, I knew I'd get home in one piece.
Because of the way you raised me, so responsible and sweet.
I started to drive away Mum, but as I pulled out into the road.
The other car didnt see me Mum, and it hit me like a load.
As I lay there on the pavement Mum, I hear the policeman say.
The other guy is drunk Mum, and now I'm the one who will pay.

I'm lying here dying Mum, I wish you'd get here soon.
How could this happen to me Mum? my life just burst like a balloon.
There is blood all around me Mum, and most of it is mine.
I hear the medic say Mum, I will die in a short time.
I just wanted to tell you Mum, I swear I didnt drink.
It was the others Mum, the others didnt think.

He was probably at the same party as I.
The only difference is, he drank and I will die.
Why do people drink Mum? It can ruin your whole life.
I'm feeling sharp pains now. Pains just like a knife.
The guy who hit me is walking Mum, and I dont think its fair.
I'm lying here dying and all he can do is stare.

Tell my brother not to cry Mum, Tell Daddy to be brave.
And when I go to heaven Mum, put "Daddys Girl" on my grave.
Someone should have told him Mum, not to drink and drive.
If only they had told him Mum, I would still be alive.

My breath is getting shorter Mum, I'm becoming very scared.
Please dont cry for me Mum, when I needed you, you were always there.
I have one last question Mum, before I say goodbye.
I didnt drink and drive, so why am I the one to die?

-Amy Hammond, 16-
Auckland, New Zealand.