sooner

I could have got there sooner.

some kids came into my backyard. i gave them a dirty look and they went away. i was in a bad mood.

ten minutes later I was performing CPR on a 4 year old girl next door who had swallowed a bottle of cough medicine.

I killed her.

the died. i was too late. the other kids had been looking for help. BUT I scared THEM away.

with a look, i killed her

Summary
A person reflects on a tragic incident involving a child and expresses deep regret and guilt.
Insight
Our actions can have unintended consequences that haunt us.
Style
Front Art
The front features a collage of text and an ambulance image, conveying a sense of urgency and regret.
Visual Style
Mixed Media
Orientation
Landscape