Drive
Mon, Jun 1, 2009
“You probably don’t want me to drive, right?”
“You’ve got your license today. I would never stop you.”
“Dad, I know you are worried about me. I promise I’ll drive safely.”
“I know you will son. I just wanted to give you one last lesson before you go for a spin.
You ought to let your old man have this pleasure.”
“Of course, Dad. I’m all ears.”
“Look son, you might not feel the urge today, may be not even tomorrow; but a time would come when you would be tempted to test how fast can this lil’ birdie go.
It may come due to the temptation to feel the wind, to have the thrill or even out of some urgency. But the time would surely come.
And its not just the car that am talking about son.
We all test our limits and go real fast in life sometime or the other. Someday you would too.
When that time comes just remember, any dumbass with a good foot can step on the accelerator and go real fast; but it takes a good head on the shoulders to know when to pull the brakes. Just know when to stop son… just know when to stop.”
Tim was lost in thoughts as his father turned the wheels on his wheelchair and went back inside.
Tags: Fiction, Flash Fiction, Inspirational
Wow..!! I really loved it..!!
Its beautiful….!
"…but it takes a good head on the shoulders to know when to pull the brakes"…
These words are sooo true Aniket in so many aspects of life.
Loved your story and message. Loved the way you packed so much meaning into the short narrative.
But I'm sorry you deleted your last post.
Sometimes life can be the best teacher, no? I liked how the father didn't forbid his son anything, just gave him a few wise words. Very realistic. I liked it.
Pavitra,
Welcome here.
And thank you so much for your appreciation. It means a lot.
Looking forward to your future visits.
Margaret,
Thanks for grabbing on to the message I wanted to convey.
You are spot on, as always.
And sorry about that last post. I didn't wanna spread the sadness around, also didn't want to answer the questions it would have raised.
I'll try not to do that again.
Ki,
Thanks a lot!
My pa is like that too. Won't say no to anything. But would keep his views and leave the choice to me.
Though the views are so strong that there are not many choices left, but that's another story.
I must remember this when the girls turn 16 and get their learner's permits.
It also reminds me of a summer I worked in a home that was an "adult wheelchair community." Unlike nursing homes, this place provided care for people of all ages who were disabled and unable to live independently. Many residents were men in their 20's and 30's who had head injuries or spinal cord injuries as a result of auto accidents, gunshot wounds, or other injuries from risk-taking activities. The music therapist who I worked with brought her preteen sons in and told them "this is what happens when you don't wear your seatbelt." I hope it was effective.
Wow !!! This was so beautifully put… It's so true that most peple just have no idea of when to control their speed and when to stop…
I pray all the drivers out there take care …
Drive safe
Aine,
If that doesn't help… devil knows what will!!
I too drive rash at times when am angry or irritated. Perhaps I should start practicing what I preach.
You always bring a cheery air along with you.
Am glad you visited.
Adisha,
Welcome here!
I intended to convey that people rush for everything in life and don't stop for the important thins as often as they should. And driving rashly of course is quite dangerous.
It was most horrific when my junior passed away in an accident when I was in college. He was just 19 yrs old.
Do visit again.
@AT…nice message…
I was deeply involved in understanding the dialogue said by the father in the scene..but i completely lost when i read the last line of the story..
Hats off to that realistic twist..
I have no more words to put it down..
Keep Wrting
dis was AWESOME:)
surprise surprise..!!
u just make the reader land in some far off land and then another..
very sweet n well written!!
Dunno what I was thinking when I wrote this.
Skill wise it is a very weak piece, but I just wanted to convey a message I believed in.
Thanks for reading all of ‘em.
I have no idea about skills.The only thing that matters is…Did I relish reading it?
The answer is indeed.
This was a sleeper hit. Never thought anyone would ever like it.
Surprisingly, many did.