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One year ago, Doug confronts his guilt at Joey's tombstone, seeking forgiveness for a drunken driving incident. As emotions surface, a tale of remorse and reconciliation unfolds in the midst of Christmas.
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It Was a Year AgoPAGE 114 (Between the Lines) A slight breeze blew as Doug stood staring down at Joey. "Hello, Joey," said Doug. Silence surrounded the two of them. "Joey, I'm sorry. I didn't mean it. I didn't. And, Joey - Merry Christmas." Doug placed a rose on Joey's tombstone and walked away. "Can you ever forgive me, " he asked, "for driving home drunk?"
Climax (confrontation of conflict) Denouement Conflict and rising action Setting and Initial Incident Theme