Folks, that is a photograph of seven year old Kylie Bruehler. She is at a funeral service to bury her parents, both of whom were killed last week when a driver veered onto the shoulder and drove his pickup truck into them. (Tom Reel, San Antonio Express News)
I am posting this for 2 reasons:
Reason #1: This is an awesome photograph. It tells the story in a way, as a former photojournalist, we always strive. Poignant, strong and with all the elements. A short caption can fill in the few missing pieces.
Reason #2: As a bicyclist this story MUST be broadcast, told and repeated. I am not placing any blame because I wasn’t there, but it behooves all of us whether we are in a car or truck or on a bicycle to recognize that we all need to use care when on the roadways. That little girl might be yours, or your niece or someone you know.
Here’s to hoping the best for Kylie.
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i rode in the honor guard at the memorial service. i could not hold back my tears as i stood there in silence in front of the church. there were 300 of us that night. we need things to change in texas.
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