Picture this:

A cold stark winter night A siren sounding through the hollows and valleys A crowd gathered at the opening of a coal mine A young bride, pregnant with her first child - her husband is among those trapped beneath the ground An old woman, who has only her old man, also trapped beneath the ground Children, looking frightened to death and quietly crying A grandmother, whose husband, son and grandchild are trapped as well A stark, uncovered light over the entrance of the mine Men working feverishly to bring up dirt and rock, trying to find an opening to get the men out Shadows of trees A bright, full moon Company men, trying to comfort those waiting

This has been a true story too often. You'll have to take it from here, Mousethief, if you think it's worthy of your attention.

Jim