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Following the Beat of the Drum

Tammy lived a reckless and careless life. She answered to no one, lived by her own rules. Tammy has been on her own ever since she could remember. The streets were her home; she lived the street life. The average person didn't mess with her; because she had a bad reputation. Being the girlfriend of a notorious gang leader had its ups and downs. Rival girlfriends of other gang leaders would constantly pick fights with her. On a night near a desolate alley Tammy got caught slippin. She was walking by herself; she didn't even have any protection. The rival gang saw her and beat her senseless. They left her for dead, a homeless dude found her and ran to get help. By the time the ambulance found her, she had lost a lot of blood and had a faint pulse. They rushed her to the hospital, she flatlined, but they resuscitated her. However, it was touch and go….. … they didn’t know if she would live or die… her life hung in the balance, and it was touch and go. *caught slippin to be caught off guard, in a very bad way. Contest: This Or That Sponsor: Edward Ibeh 04-09-2021

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Beryl Edmonds

Date: 4/9/2021 5:07:00 PM

An awesome write Alexis, life on the streets must be horrendously difficult. You’ve told the story of Tammy well Alexis, it makes one realise how blessed we are to have a place to call home, I hope and pray that one day there’ll not be anyone having to live that way... Belle

Judy Ball

Date: 4/9/2021 4:16:00 PM

This reads like the beginning to a short story. I sure hope she lived. Good job here, God Bless, JB

Sotto Poet

Date: 4/9/2021 3:41:00 PM

It’s a wonderful description of the different sides of life and the struggle they go through every single day. I wish it will be a top winner Alexis

Vijay Pandit

Date: 4/9/2021 1:37:00 PM

This is so true for those on the street, Alexis. It is always touch and go.

Jan Allison

Date: 4/9/2021 12:52:00 PM

Such a descriptive write Alexis it makes you realise how tough life can be for others and the darker side of life:-( hugs jan xx

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 4/9/2021 12:48:00 PM

Did poor Tammy live - I hope so, to be on the street makes you tough but you can't let your guard down for a single moment. A thoughtful sad write , very creative Alexis. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.