We all have moments in our lives where a choice could change what other people view as acceptable. Cassie Bernall made a choice that did just that.

I wanted to put this poem on here that I wrote in school. The reason why I am posting this poem, is because I want people to know that we should never forget about any of the innocent lives that were lost that day or anyday. I first wrote this in May 1999. Please don’t forget the innocent.

A frightening, poetic depiction of the Columbine High School tragedy that occurred on April 20, 1999.

When I was eleven, a girl of my own age, Betty Jean Necessary, was tragically murdered while walking in the woods. I was so traumatized that I no longer indulged in my favorite pastime of exploring without great fear. Years later, I decided it was time to broaden the size of my back porch. I drove to parks and other places of interests. Following my instincts and inner wisdom, not only did I feel safe, I found that each aspect of nature had a wonderful story to share.