Drunk Quote by Kerrelyn Sparks
““Well, make up your mind. I don’t have all night.” Fidelia set her beer on the porch and removed a set of keys from her skirt pocket. She fumbled with the key, trying to release the trigger lock on her pistol. “Don’t do that,” Heather warned her. “You’ve had too much to drink.” Fidelia snorted. “I’m not drunk. I’m in complete control.” She tore off the trigger lock. Bang! The gun fired, ripping into a nearby oak tree. The women screamed. Jean-Luc winced. A squirrel plummeted from the tree and landed in the yard with a thud. Fidelia shrugged. “I meant to do that. Damned rodent’s been gnawing on the house. And stealing all the nuts from our pecan tree.” Heather planted her hands on her hips. “Haven’t I told you a million times to keep the locks on?” Fidelia hung her head, looking properly remorseful. “I’ll be more careful.” She switched on the safety, then shot Jean-Luc a pointed look. “I know how to deal with a scumbag with nuts.””
About This Quote
A reckless act driven by frustration leads to unintended chaos, highlighting the thin line between control and impulsivity.
In simple terms: Impulsivity breeds unintended harm.
Key Takeaway
Control is fragile.
Themes
impulsivity
consequences
control
frustration
accidental violence
Mood
tense
irritated
cautious
Type
narrative
dialogue
cautionary
When to use this quote
- conflict with friends
- making decisions under influence
- handling pests
- using firearms
- reacting to irritation
Key Concepts
personal responsibility
risk assessment
Practical Applications
- cautionary tale for safe weapon handling
- illustrating how small irritations can escalate
Questions to Reflect On
- What would have happened if she had waited?
- How does alcohol affect decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
A more measured response could have avoided the accident without compromising the goal of pest control.
