But by the Grace of God

Editor’s note:   In light of recent events I have changed the title of this episode. 

I recount a couple events in which I did not participate nor was involved.  I heard the aftermath directly from the individual involved, who was my buddy.  But for my mother demanding I stay home for some reason, I would have been involved in one of the events.  

That said, my friend has gone onto great personal success both professionally and personally.  So I guess one can escape from bouts of teenage stupidity. And it could have easily been me.