In the last few years we have been having some tragic accidents
around Christmas and New Years that have left the whole community
depressed and asking one another what can be done to prevent this
horrible and alarming situation from happening again.
Dear Editor,
In the last few years we have been having some tragic accidents around Christmas and New Years that have left the whole community depressed and asking one another what can be done to prevent this horrible and alarming situation from happening again.
Many have expressed their concerns in writing, but for whatever reason, they are continually ignored. Those who ignore the advice are the ones who get caught. I wrote a letter prior to Christmas where I made reference to gravity. What I said was that gravity could be your friend or it can kill you. The point I tried to make was to warn people of dangers of drinking and driving. I am sorry I didn’t make myself more clear. I doubt I could have prevented this tragic accident.
My grandson is the same age as the boy who recently died in a car accident and his name is also Adam. They both went to school together. I could see the sadness on his face. When these tragic events happen, it is hard on everyone. I can imagine what this boy’s family is going through. I have been so worried about our kids and grandkids. Nothing could replace them.
When things like this happen we all suffer, but for the ones involved, the pain is much stronger. So much work, love, care and sleepless nights were put in to raise them and then to have things end up this way it’s unfair and hard to swallow. The only comfort I find is believing that God wanted him for his company. I look at him as an angel that flew to heaven. However, he was too young to die.
This shows us that we should all be prepared. It can happen without warning. It’s a shame that this kind of tragedy doesn’t do any good to open the eyes of those who are responsible. In my opinion, in this case, we are all responsible and have an obligation to give good advice. Here is mine. If you drink don’t drive. When you see a friend intoxicated, take the keys from him if you have a chance. Always fasten your seat belt and never get in a car with someone who has been drinking.
I am not a dancer, but with a couple of drinks I act like I am a professional. I talk a lot faster and think I know everything. It’s easier to start a fight or get a black eye. Anything that is not normal can be trouble.
We are sharing the sorrow and pain of those who are suffering great pain. Our sincerest condolences.
Amadeu Lima, Hollister
