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He always said he wanted to make a mark; be remembered for something by generations to come.
He made a mark alright, a skid mark along the road as he slid into the back of the car in front.
For generations to come, he’ll be remembered by the family of those whose lives he wrecked.
Today, bunches of flowers mark the spot. The spot where a driver was more interested in the text he was typing than what was happening around him.
Yes, he made a mark, and yes, he’ll be remembered for something by generations to come.
Thanks to Rochelle for hosting and to Liz Young for the photo.
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Thanks to Rochelle for hostings and to Liz Young for the picture.
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When I saw the picture I immediately thought of one of my favourite UK sitcom characters, Edie from Last of the Summer Wine!
“Mother, look what you’ve done”
“It’s your father’s fault, Glenda, he keeps swapping the pedals around”.
A timely warning, and a sad tale, well told
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A warning not heeded by many, unfortunately. Thanks, Michael.
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Good story, and message
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Thanks so much, Sadje.
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You’re welcome Keith
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Dear Keith,
Indeed he did leave his mark. Very well told.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Sadly so. Thanks so much, Rochelle.
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A well-written story of caution and warning over driving whilst using a phone.
P.S I love Last of the Summer Wine too. That car scene is a classic!!
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Despite now being illegal it still carries on.
Confession time – I watch a recorded episode of Summer Wine every evening, and I recently spent a few days in Holmfirth where it was filmed!
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No kidding! I reckon they should start impounding technology like they do cars!
And why not. DOn;t let anybody tell you watching something is silly. If you enjoy it, you enjoy it, my friend! How cool to actually go to the filming location too.
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Oops. That is one huge mark indeed. Very sad though. Great take on the prompt, Keith.
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Not exactly the mark he had in mind. Thanks Shweta
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Most certainly. That was not the mark he had in mind! Great take, Keith. If only there weren’t any reckless drivers.
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Thoughtful, full of reproach, and rightfully so! Texting and driving don’t mix.
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They certainly don’t. Thanks, Lisa.
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You’re welcome.
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How sad and a warning to all of those texters out there that think they know what they are doing.
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If only they’d listen. Cheers Tessa.
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I have a friend who keeps her phone on her knee as she drives. One of these days. . . .
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Oooh, naughty friend! Not a good idea. Cheers Linda.
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A sad story. More people need to pay attention (literally & metaphorically).
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So true Bernadette.Thanks for dropping by.
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Gosh I read the story before I saw the picture prompt – I haven’t seen that Last of the Summer Wine clip … I was down south when that was on … but I’ve seen a few clips recently – needs must … the tv is on! I think I’ll take the laughing one … all the best – Hilary
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I watch an episode every night! They don’t make comedy like that anymore!
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Unfortunately it happens way too often~
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If only it didn’t. Thanks, Larry.
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A sad story, well told and way too often true to life.
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Indeed. Thanks, Mimi.
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A story for our times, Keith. What a way to be known.. To have to live with that for the rest of his life.
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Indeed, but he brought it upon himself. Cheers Dale.
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Very true.
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Technology makes our lives better in so many ways and worse in so many others. Everybody thinks it can’t happen to them until…
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So true, sadly.
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it used to be, don’t drink and drive. now don’t text and drive. still, a good rule to follow.
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Unfortunately, some people feel that rules are there to be broken. Cheers, plaridel.
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Such a sad, and too believable, story.
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I’d rather it wasn’t. Thanks so much.
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A sober tale today — and a great reminder to all. It’s so easy to slip into, “I’ll quickly reply…take me only a few seconds,”
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Very true Christine. Sadly, a few seconds is all it takes for something dreadful to happen.
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A warning tale, very effectively told.
I feel the anger.
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It is a pet hate of mine. Cheers Jenne.
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Well told, Keith – I don’t remember that episode of LOTSW, but I can believe it!
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It ran for 31 years and there were almost 300 episodes but some of my favourites are the ones where when Edie (Thora Hird) blamed her bad driving on her husband fiddling with the controls of her car!
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Well told, Keith. Concise and powerful. Very effective use of repetition of the word “mark” with its different connotations.
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I’m pleased it worked! Thanks, Penny.
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Yes, the mobile telephone is the worst all driving distractions, Yet people keep doing the same thing!
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Absolutely so. Cheers James.
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Definitely not the mark he wanted to leave. A tragic and cautionary tale.
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It certainly wasn’t. Thanks, Ali.
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Powerful writing with a huge message. Good one!
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Thanks for your kind words.
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There are better ways to leave a mark. Phones should be in the back seat. Nothing is that important while driving.
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Indeed they should Tannille. I’d happily leave mine at home!
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Keith,
A tragic story unfortunately repeated on a daily basis.Well-told.
~🕊Dora
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Sadly so Dora. Thank you.
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Alas, another casualty of distracted driving. A well told and tragic take on the prompt, Keith.
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An all too common situation. Thanks so much.
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A sad tale and one close to home for me. I have a friend who will never be the same because someone wanted to chnage their music while driving. Good take Keith
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I’m so sorry to hear that Michael. Cars have so many distractions today.
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A dark mark, for sure.
Ronda
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Very true Ronda, thank you.
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The travails of technology and irresponsible behaviour can leave a dent in many a lives.
I love your Froggy would a wooing go. 🙂
Here’s mine:
https://natashamusing.com/2021/06/a-night-to-remember-fridayfictioneers/
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Very true Natasha. Froggie says thank you!
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