My family and I were just in a really bad accident. **Update on p.12

[Martha7]

It's really interesting to see which people are there for you after something bad happens. Your Mom might hold the record for taking a serious situation where your lives were at risk, and managing to make it all about her! Glad to hear that your DMIL is rising to the occasion. One of the good things that can come out of a bad situation like this is that our family members realize that we may not have each other forever, and that petty fights are stupid. Maybe everyone will realize that they've been given a second chance to mend fences...hang in there and take it slow for a while. Glad you got those appointments lined up already. Let us know how everyone checks out at the doctor's offices please!

 

[Marseeya]

I just read this and wanted to say that I'm so glad you and your family are okay. You must have some great reflexes! You did a great job and definitely saved your family's life!

 

[Tigger&Belle]

Your MIL is obviously a good person. Maybe a little good will come out of this difficult time and that is that your family will end up closer to her. Interesting that people react so differently to this stressful time.

I've never been in an accident so can't personally relate, however my DH was in an accident when my oldest was a toddler. He was broadsided by someone running a red light. I got to go to the accident scene 9 months pregnant. My DH was shook up for a long time after, just thinking about the accident and the "what-ifs". And his accident was not nearly as serious as yours. Give yourself time to deal with this also. I know that you feel that you need to be the strong one, but maybe talking with a professional would help you, too. You have to deal with the accident, plus the stress of being the one who holds it all together. to you!

 

[funhouse8]

I am sitting here shaking because of what you want though! We went though a bad accident last year our car flipped over once. three blocks from the house. I feel so bad for what you went though. It was much worse. It has been a year and I'm still jumping when people look like theya ren't going to stop at the stopsigns or street. Whenever someone comes over the line on the highway. I hope you are feeling better today. They had to give me medication for a little while to help me sleep because Without sleep you really can't function. Go to the Dr on monday and tell him everything and please take care of yourself too. Not just your family. You have been though a terrible thing and it will take time. My prayers are with you!

 

[DVC Jen]

I am so glad you are OK. My DH was in an accident not nearly as serious as yours (although his car was totalled) and he didn't want to drive either.

He did drive as soon as the next day.

I will definately keep you, your family and the other driver in my prayers.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

I agree. It's sad but sometimes it takes a near-tragedy (or a serious illness) to make you see what and who is really important in your life. Glad your MIL and DSis are being supportive. (As for your DMom - ). Everyday life will now have more meaning for you; you'll appreciate all you have and the meaningful gift you've been given.

Stay well and God Bless.

 

[crazyforgoofy]

You need support and a chance to heal from the trauma yourself. Please consider seeing a therapist for a while yourself. If you and your sister can heal the rift between you perhaps she can be some emotional and physical support for a while. Bless your MIL for stepping up to the plate. Life is too short to let old disagreements continue.

I understand about always being the strong one. My husband suffers from severe PTSD which affects every aspect of his life. My little one is adopted and also suffers from severe anxiety from the trauma early in her life. There are days when I wonder how I'll manage, frankly, but I always do. I have a lot of emotional support however.

I wish I could give you a and help you through this. You did a wonderful job keeping your family safe in a horrible situation. I'm really proud of you. Hang in there and PM me anytime.

Mary Alice

 

[wuv tigger]

Is there a favorite family movie y'all could all sit together have popcorn & enjoy it together?

I prayed for y'all today!

Judy

 

[minnieandmickeymouse]

I am so glad that you are all alright. You are all in my prayers

 

[swankybeth]

I'm sorry to hear what happened, but I am so happy that everyone is okay.

 

[scoutsmom99]

I'm so glad your family is safe. That is so scary like someone else said you have great reflexes to be able to miss the trailer. I was in accident once and it was because the car behind me was not watching the road and re-ended my car. After that I was so terrified every time someones break lights went on when I was driving it was almost like my heart would skip a beat each time. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts.

 

[monarchsfan16]

DH and I really couldn't sleep last night. Everytime I closed my eyes I kept seeing the trailer coming at me. I don't think I'll ever get that out of my head. DH won't let me leave his side. I'm trying really hard to keep things together for everyone. My whole life I have always been "the strong one", everyone always leaning on me for support. I just am trying really hard to be strong and not fall apart. I can only handle so much.

This happened to me after I was in an accident. My accident wasn't nearly as bad as yours (though my car was totalled), but I had those images going through my head too. It also took me 6 months to have any desire to get back behind the wheel of the car. Give yourself time. It sounds like you're an excellent driver. I can only hope that if I'm ever in a situation like that I could handle it the way you did.
I am so glad that you all are physically ok. Definitely keep an eye on everyone's physical status the next few days. My accident was on a Friday and it wasn't until that Sunday that I started getting sore, Monday afternoon by the time I was in bad shape. for all of you, and prayers for all of you, and the driver of the truck.

 

[tiff211]

how scary for you and your family! I am so glad no one was seriously hurt....thank god all were wearing sealtbelts. I hope the emotional scars heal soon!

 

[CdnDisneyNut]

Take care
for you and your family and the truck driver

 

[Beth76]

I'm so glad you and your family are safe. I hope the other driver recovers as well.

 

[Desnik]

Here's a link to the article from todays paper:
http://www.recordonline.com/archive/2005/09/18/tlrtruck.htm

This was on page 2 of our hudson valley paper.
This morning DD and I took a walk to the store to get the paper and they were all talking about the accident, the workers and customers. DD said hey, that's us you're talking about! Everyone was coming up to us and saying they are glad we are OK. Really nice, DD felt special.

DH isn't feeling well so we think he might need to go back to the hospital today and not wait for the Dr appt. tomorrow. He is feeling numbness on the side of his head and head achs along with really bad back pain. Everyone else seems to be OK. I still don't know what happened to the truck driver but I am determined to find out. I just need to know he's OK.

 

[piglet too]

I continue to keep your family in my thoughts.

 

[LoveWDW]

What a horrible experience. I thank God that you and your family came through this.

 

[Lil_Tink]

Oh my gosh. I am so sorry...I am so glad that you are all ok...




I have been in two carcrashes and one was pretty bad, I was sitting in the middle and was 2 (in my car seat) and the I think it was a right door came in about 2ft. I got glass almost in my eye, and my mom broke her leg. It was all because someone ran a red light.


The other time was when I was 10, no one was hurt all I remeber was I was in the back, of the van, and felt a big bump and went forward....but my seatbelt restrianed me. And my parents argueing with the lady. It was at a gas station by mc.donalds

 

[KathyTX]

I haven't been able to shake the thought of this out of my mind since reading it last night. You and your family truly had a guardian angel watching over you.

I am so thankful (and in awe) that the four of you were able to walk away from this. It sounds like talking about it is helping your DD come to grips with it bit by bit.

Your poor DH sounds pretty beat up and bruised... lots of hugs and prayers to all of you in dealing with this very emotionally and physically draining freak accident!