Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Driving Away from the Wreck of the Day


So we didn't really end up driving away. The car got towed and some friends came to pick us up. It all happened so fast, I don't really know what was going on. We were driving home from Lima's vet appointment (she might be pregnant, but that's another story), I was texting our friend B when I heard Eli shout, I heard a loud popping noise, my head hit something as I was shoved forward and then that was followed by my head swinging back. I really oouldn't register what was happening. Lima was crying and looked like she was flying and Eli was asking if I was ok and then to get out of the car. Eli came and checked on me and Lima and then checked on the lady in front of us while the lady behind us cursed at us. There were 5 cars, 8 people, and 1 dog involved. It was miraculous that no one was injured. I sustained a broken off thumbnail (which hurts a lot more than you'd think), Eli got pinched by his watch (which is in excellent condition Pop), and Lima got air bag dust in her eye. We're all quite a bit sore and tired, but we're alive.
We're so thankful that everyone made it out ok. Of course our car didn't (it's that "champagne" colored Ford Escape), but who cares? We made sure to thank our Heavenly Father for our safety and our friends. They missed their kid's basketball game to pick us up. I know it sounds crazy, but we're blessed.

the silver thing is the exhaust pipe; it made its way on top of our tires...?

4 comments:

Erin said...

I'm so glad you guys are okay! It's scary out there, be careful!

Jes Beach said...

Yes! Its good to know that you are ok...were you driving and texting?

Jennie said...

Scary! I'm so glad you are all safe!

LornaJayne Adams said...

Over the last few weeks I've been thinking how we haven't heard much about what's going on with you two nor have I found any new posts. This wasn't the kind of post/info I was looking for, :) , but I was glad to hear all went well amidst the accident. It is interesting how with the right attitude we can see great blessings in the trials!