I had too many things on my mind that day.
But that’s an excuse. What I did could’ve had serious repercussions.
It was plain bad luck that I had moved a few meters ahead and he saw me.
But then he was right.
I am usually so responsible.
But I was guilty, after all in life you can’t undo a mistake.
It was just that I hadn’t strapped little Sia into a car seat.
But I will never forget the lesson I learnt when the judge made me write a mock obituary for the child. Truly a blessing in disguise.
This is a fiction written for Write Tribe’s 100 Words on Saturday Prompt: A Blessing in Disguise
59 Responses
That’s a powerful message you conveyed through this post, Shilpa! Very powerful and relevant to all.
Thanks Rekha! Negligent driving can have devastating effects on everyone involved.
That made me feel sad, Shilpa!
I love your prompt!
Hugs!
It is truly a sad thing, imagine the guilt of putting your child’s life in danger!
Thanks Vidya. Glad you liked the prompt! 🙂
:0 this one made me gasp!
But I guess, we usually evade such routines which can cost us a lot! Nice prompt
Oh yes, negligent driving can have serious impact. We usually crib about using a seat belt but have seen how wearing it has lessened the impact of the injuries during an accident! Loved your take on the prompt, Kajal 🙂
Oh God! Writing an obituary for your child! Worst punishment ever. Good one for the prompt Shilpa!
Oh yes. It could be so shocking and devastating! Thanks Jyothi.
Very poignant take on the prompt… an important one indeed!
Thanks Nabanita.
With that type of punishment, one would never make the same mistake twice!
I know!! It would be forever haunting you!
Mock obituary for the child 🙁 now that is very sad and yes a lesson well learnt…
I heard about this in Boston Legal and was ‘inspired’ to use it in this story!
Wonderful take on the prompt Shilpa.
Thank you Geeta.
OMG… I love the judge.. but how hard is that.. an obit for your child. Lovely drabble and super prompt too.
I heard about this sentence in Boston Legal. I guess, this lesson that mother would never ever forget! Thanks T, glad you liked this prompt and loved your story too 🙂
I had to read it again to make sure it was not as sad as I felt while reading it … Your message had an impact..And thank you for the lovely prompt
Thanks Shiva. Glad you liked this piece of writing!
Writing an obituary for a child even if its a mock , is so painful. Nice take on the prompt.
A strong lesson learnt, truly! Thanks Kalpana.
That judge is a lunatic for asking the mother to write a (mock) obituary for her own child.
Oops… I heard about this in the TV series Boston Legal 🙂
wow! simply superb
Thanks Nischala.
Lovely post, very subtly highlights the importance of strapping in yourself, putting your child in the baby seat and strapping it in before starting your car 😀
Oh yeah, it is better to be safe than sorry! Thank you Jairam.
OMG writing a mock obituary for your own child…so painful…strong 100 words there Shilpa!!
Thanks Aditi. Glad you liked this attempt!
Mock obituary for one’s child could be the worst punishment for any parent driver. I am sure no parent will forget to strap from then on. Powerful message though painful.
Agree, this is one lesson no parent will ever forget after this punishment!
Sorry about this,but,I think the judge needs a check-up.
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ok. that was scary.. and I think I would give a thumbs up to that judge honestly.
Great creativity… but then, that’s not anything new now, is it 🙂
Even I liked the sentence the judge passed… though a bit harsh but would stay with the parent for a lifetime.
Shilpa this is a very intense and poignant story. I got a feeling of choking after reading it.
Yes, I understand, it is a bit ruthless sentence the judge gave but for her own good! 😛
It’s the little things that really make so much difference. Thanks for the poignant reminder!
Agree with that. Thanks Michelle.
Very true, there is no Undo button in life Shilpa. Nicely done
True, since we cant undo things in life, caution is the word. Thanks Reshma 🙂
Powerful message!
Thank you Payal 🙂
Thats one smart judge. The person would never ever repeat the offense.
I know! 🙂
I hate it when people crib about wearing a seat belt or using a car seat; as if someone else was getting pleasure out of it. How difficult it is to be a bit careful in life?
Nice one!
Oh yes, I have seen it so many times, and same is the case with helmets!!
Glad you liked this piece, Nisha 🙂
Great post ! well written, made me feel sad …
Thanks Genevive!
a wonderful message delivered so beautifully
Thank you Raj!
That was a wonderful, and thoughtful reminder by the judge. Well thought SG
Thanks Anil! Glad you liked it!
Yet, another brilliant take on the prompt, Shilpa. Powerful message sent across.
Thank you so much Vishal.
This one awakens the slumbering conscience Shilpa!!!!!!!
True that!