Writting in Reverse

He walked past the school everyday sitting on the bench watching the children play. His eyes are fixated on the little girls running and jumping on the playground in their little shorts and skirts. It was summer time in the Bronx and it was the hottest time of the year, a 100 in shade and everybody could feel the heat. The man who was once a husband, principle at the local elementary school, and father of 3 daughters was sucked into an evil trap. The man who once had everything slowly began to watch those he loved walk away from him and loose all respect.
Tyler Cash. He was what some called a “peeping tom” and his most common reference the neighborhood creep. Being a man of weak will he was unable to resist temptation and the urge he was holding in. Young girls walking around tempted him more and more each day. It wasn’t until 5 years ago that he lost control of his temptation and touched Lilly Ann. It started by a few glances at her but with good intentions, he was smiling trying to be a friendly principle. His glances became stares, those stares become memories, and those memories built to thoughts of her. His mind could only think about young girls, many times he tried to shake this feeling but it wasn’t possible. He was curious. He turned to his wife for the pleasure that he was seeking but all he could think about was her old, loose, wrinkly skin. He wanted something young and soft. he then realized he wanted a child.
It was a cold day in November when he went after Lilly. “Lilly Ann, I have heard from your teachers that you are a brilliant student.
“Thank you Mr. Cash. I have been working really hard this year. I am so ready for 6th grade!”
“Yes I bet you are Lilly, you’re very bright and I am very glad to hear that. Would you like to stay after school and help in the office? My office is a mess and Ms. Buttertoff could use your help as well.
“Ohh.. I have to call and ask my mom. Can I call her in the office and ask?
“Ofcourse. We wouldn’t her to be worried about you wouldn’t we? When she gives you an answer come to my office. Ill buy you ice cream to thank you? What do you say”, he gave her a warm reassuring smile that showed no dangerous intentions. Lilly Ann came to the office to do exactly what she came to do, clean and organize. While she waited she noticed Ms. Buttertoff wasn’t there, nobody was there. It became dark and she began to worry about walking home. Behind her Tyler Cash watched her at work, filling away his papers. He suddenly got the urge to touch her, walking over he touches her shoulder and complements her work. He continued to rub her shoulder and moved his hands lower and lower. She began to feel uncomfortable and panicked. Tyler Cash had set up the perfect opportunity to have Lilly Ann alone and he could do whatever he wanted. Lilly Ann was his victim and there were not witnesses.
That was 5 years ago and Lilly Ann’s secret stayed a secret. She lost her innocence and didn’t know who to trust. Tyler Cash had taken something special away from that could never be replaced. Tyler Cash continued his sick ways until he was busted with child pornography on his school computer in his office. Lilly Ann was not his first or last victim. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison, fired from his job, lost his family, and lost himself. To make things worse he is a registered sex offender. He has nothing but regrets. Everyday he rushes to Long Island where the only person in his family will talk to him, his mother. The judge recommended counseling for him and she got him counseling. Everyday he rides the subway to make it to his appointments hoping to get himself together.