Brooklyn bridge Quote by Mike Kleine
““You are driving home. You listen to ‘Tongue Tied’ by Grouplove. Someone side-swipes the Ferrari. You almost strike three pedestrians and crash into a Dunkin’ Donuts. This is somewhere near the Brooklyn Bridge and you find out—later—the lady who hit you, she died. She was old. “Wasn’t wearing her glasses,” someone on the street says. “She was basically driving blind,” the police officer says. “I’m surprised this didn’t happen earlier.” An EMT examines you. You try and act normal. “Am I hurt?” you ask. “You’re not hurt,” the EMT says. You talk to the cops. “Am I in trouble?” you ask. “You’re not in trouble,” a young cop says. You freak out a little. You can smell pomade in your sweat. “Everything is under control,” someone says—another police officer. You freak out some more.””
About This Quote
A chaotic accident leads to a series of frantic interactions with authorities.
In simple terms: Accidents cause panic and confusion.
Key Takeaway
Stay calm under pressure.
Themes
stress
traffic
law enforcement
Mood
nervous
reflective
Type
narrative
dramatic
When to use this quote
- driving
- emergency services
- legal matters
Key Concepts
panic
procedural response
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you react in emergencies?
- What steps improve safety?
A Different Perspective
Details may be dramatized.
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