Every 15 minutes in the United States, someone dies in an alcohol related crash. Today I died.

Mom and Dad, there are so many things that I want to tell you. I want to tell you that I am disappointed that you will not be able to see me grow and to prosper, and become the fine young man that you always bragged about me being. I also have something to say to each of you.

First to my brother. Take care of Mom and Dad for me. You're the only thing they have now to hold onto to grow up strong and wise. Be the ladies man I've always tried to show you how to be. Most importantly, always know that you are my brother, and I will always love you. Be careful, I'll be watching.

Second, to my Father. Of all the people I have ever known you've made the most sense. I thank you for teaching me responsibilities, and how to respect people as long as they respect you back. "Keep a smart head on your shoulders." That's something you have always said. You are the main reason I have gone down the right road in my life. From day one, I thank you with all my heart.

Finally to my Mother. Through thick and thin, you have always been there for me. When Dad was away, you helped me through everything. I'm sorry I've left you so soon. I know I am your baby boy and I always will be, whether I am here or not. I am up above and will always be watching. In the end we will all be together again and this time there's no leaving.

I love you all and just remember I am in a better place now. I walk with the Lord, side by side. I am at peace now.
I love you all

Every 15 minutes in the United States, someone dies of an alcohol related crash. Today I died.

Mom and Dad, there are so many things that I want to tell you. I left for school this morning not knowing what the day would bring, or how it would end. Unfortunately, my day ended sooner than I expected. I died because of a choice someone else made. I love you all so very much. You are my everything

Granted, everyone makes their own choices, and hope that it is for the better, but it does not always turn out as we plan. Sure, I have made choices in my life, and will continue to. I know some of these choices were wrong, and I know how much they have hurt you both. Choices are made and we learn from them. That's what brings about life's experiences.

Mom and Papi, I thank you for all the support, guidance, unconditional love, dedication to our family, and morals that you have shown me.

I'll no longer hear you Mom, yell for me to come do the dishes, or to get off the phone. You will never come into my room and find me on the phone and ask me, "who are you talking to now" Papi, I'll never again say "Dios te accompanlle" or ten cuidado".

You'll no longer hear me yell and scream at the kids, or hear my smart aleck back talk, for I am gone. I'll never hear the sounds of my sister's voice asking to borrow my clothes, or hearing her gripe as I ask her to pop my back, just tonight.

My brother..well….I'll surely miss him barging into my room without knocking and his yells and hollers as he watches the TV on Monday nights. He needs that NWO and WWF.

And sister..yes mija, you can have all my nail polishes, and you and Mom can share my shoes, because sissy won't fit into them.

I just want everyone to know, that I may not have shown you or said "I love you", but I do……
The dying young

Every 15 minutes in the United States, someone dies in an alcohol related crash. Today I died.

Mom and Dad, there are so many things that I want to tell you:

Like the way I love your smiles,
And go on walks for miles.
All the lectures you gave,
That made me so brave.
To face this day,
With no delay.
To realize what I have.

A Mother, a Father, who love me no less,
For any choices that give you no rest.
For you loved me, right up to the end,
And there's one message that I want to send.
My love for you goes on and on,
With the world behind, our friendships bond.
You gave me the world and so much more,
Even when some times were a bore.
There's so much more that I could say,
That I don't know how to express or have the money to pay. (someone)
But there's one last thing I'm sure you know,
And I'll tell you so.
That you couldn't have been any better to me
And that's how a friendship should be.
I love you for that and so much more,
A poem from your loving daughter you adore.
I love you two so very much, and I know that you know, that it just needs to be said…every 15 minutes.
Thank you…..Love always

If you would like more information on this program please contact:

Officer Chris Crawford
Criminal Investigation Division
School Resource Officer
Weatherford Police Dept.
Weatherford, Texas 76086
(817) 598-4310 (817)598-2862
ccrawfor@isd.tenet.edu