Once Upon a Freeway

a tire flew off and the ford flipped
they forgot to buckle their belts

bodies were strewn on the deep divide
i was the first on the scene. one died...
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Guzzi Avatar
February 1, 2015 at 5:03 PM
Congrad's on your win. [Once there was a grandfather who had beautiful grandchildren & so many of his friends didn't ... experience your joy more fully] Light & Love
A  Avatar
February 1, 2015 at 4:15 PM
TIM, Awesome WIN.... CONGRATS luv ~ SKAT ~
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February 1, 2015 at 9:54 AM
HI TIM, CONGRATULATIONS!!! :) Thank you for supporting one of my contest. Stop by my latest blog "Own your Beauty" if you'd like or have time. Have yourself a wonderful day. Love LINDA
Sirak Avatar
September 6, 2014 at 7:31 AM
Raw and powerful in so few lines. Stunning verse.
A. Sharma Avatar
September 5, 2014 at 12:30 PM
Oh how sad Tim! So many accidents happening, traffic rules why not follow ??
Allison Avatar
September 5, 2014 at 4:27 AM
Sad sad sad - how can anyone not 'belt up' the minute they get in a vehicle. great write Tim:-) hugs jan xxx
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