My name is Kelsey Maguire, a close friend of Taylor Darveau. We met in school as young children and before we knew it we were just about inseparable. Our sisters were best friends as well. It was always a good time hanging out, the four of us. Often times it got confusing when we were all together because for example my mother would yell "Chelsea and Tayla" and me and my sister who answer thinking she was yelling to us. I am so glad I got to experience her contagious laugh and beautiful smile and wish I could still today.Taylor was a passenger in the car of a teen driver who had an intermediate license for only 2 months and was not to has passengers in the car at any time. It has been a long 17 months without seeing her silly faces on my snapchat, hearing her laugh and knowing that it was her coming down the hall ways at school and the hugs she gave me often with her long monkey arms.
The Taylor Foundation, friends, and family are trying to pass the Taylor Law that would require all new teen drivers to have "Taylor Tags" on the vehicles that they will be driving. It is in my belief that this action would reduce the number of fatalities and would make teens think twice about making a reckless decision. For example Kyleigh's Law in New Jersey, has helped decrease about 9% of fatality accidents with teen drivers.
With this the Taylor Foundation is trying to raise awareness and having your help and only make the difference for the better. Please take this message into high consideration so, we can save lives together.



I really like this and how you spoke from the heart about something that was dear to you, and how you also use to to make awareness about Taylor Tags! Your writing also sounds safisticated and professional. I liked it:)
ReplyDeleteI love how open and honest you are, and that you are willing to spread the word. I also like the back ground information you gave us on your relationship with Taylor!
ReplyDeleteGreat job. I loved the piece and the ending was my favorite part.
ReplyDeleteGreat story, very well put. I played soft ball with her and I dont remember her not smiling. She was always a good sport and a great athlete. She will always be missed.
ReplyDeleteI was here a little after Taylor, but I know my father was quite shaken up about her passing. She sounds like an amazing person and I wish I could have met her :)
ReplyDeleteI like how you told this from the heart and great ending.
ReplyDeleteGreat story.,
ReplyDeleteI love this story, you were an amazing friend to her and she loves you very much. Never forget your angel is watching over you
ReplyDeleteI like how your turning such tragedy into a law. I am glad you shared this and am hopeful it will do some good. Thanks so much for the sincerity and the pictures. :)
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