How quickly life can change - YouLookFab Forum

One week ago yesterday, I was looking for ideas for a Christmas Holiday. One week ago today I had a dental appointment. On my way home, and almost home, a driver ran a red light, caused a collision and totaled my car. Other driver stated she was looking at her gps and didn't notice red light. I am thankful I wasn't killed or injured more than I am.

I will still be watching and reading YLF but probably not as much as I had been. At this point and time I won't be posting any more comments pertaining to the accident. YLF has always been a fun place for me and I want that to continue.

Monday of this week, I went with a group of probably 16 to 20 people to West Jefferson, North Carolina for a fall foliage trip. We had lunch there, visited a cheese factory, where I bought North Carolina gouda cheese, it was delicious. Then we visited two old and notable churches, which was very pleasant and serene. It rained all the way there and back and we had very high and strong wind, but in spite of the what could have been better weather everyone had a great trip and all of us enjoyed it. The bus driver was excellent, driving in such stressful weather conditions, but he remained calm, pleasant and in complete control.

Now, the last chapter of this saga. When we got home around 6:00pm, it was obvious what had been happening here, tree limbs, fallen trees, etc and electric off in most all of the town. The electric in my part of town was restored today around 3:00 pm. (3 days and nights with no electricity.) I did walk to a nearby location where I have access to a computer (and they had electric) a couple of times.

BTW I did have compliments on what I was wearing at the dentist' office and in the emergency room after the accident (including that I looked cute). I will take that anytime. LOL Dark wash denim jeans, a orange and berry striped long sleeve, mock turtle neck tee, and an orange shrunken, denim jacket, and my two tone, denim sneaks, with hot pink laces, rose gold bracelets.

Thanks to all you wonderful jewels who humor me.

6 years ago

viva

Veteran

I'm so sorry to read about this experience! May you heal quickly and thoroughly. (And your outfit sounds fantastic - spunky and fab!) xx

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

Oh my word, YOU POOR THING, sweet Bridgie. Sending calm, healing thoughts as you restore and recoup with loved ones. We are here to support in any way at all. Much love to you.

LaPed

Yikes!! Take care. We've had power outages this week in our region, too, as well as a flash flood warning currently (first real rain in a couple months). Lots of trees down, etc. It's been a long time since I had to deal with a totalled car, but I've been there -- so stressful! Glad you have good dentists and docs who remember to give compliments -- I know what a boost that can be, it's when we need it most.

JAileen

I'm so glad you're okay! That's awesome to get compliments in the ER, though.

Elizabeth P

Oh my goodness, what a week! Glad that you are okay. I think you now need and deserve to go back to thinking about that vacation!,

Meredith

So glad to hear you are okay but not surprised you were complimented through it all!

unfrumped

Glad you made it through all of that, and kudos for being level- headed and cute, to boot!

Joy

Wishing you quick healing. Be aware that you may have some post traumatic stress to deal with and get help.

Jaime

You have been through a huge shock - please take care of yourself. Glad that you are on the mend.

Sal

How upsetting and shocking. Take care and keep rocking those spunky looks....

Joyce B

Sorry that you had to go through that and hope you will be better soon.

BrieN

My gosh -- you've been through the gauntlet.

Hoping you have access to a car/transportation/rental. I know after 3 days without power the fridge probably needs to be stocked.

Thank goodness you were not more seriously injured...sending you my best wishes.

bridgie

Viva, thank you. You made me feel so good, First responder

Angie. Thank you. You know something, having you and the forum so close is the nicest thing anyone could do, and you are doing it by being there. Another thing you can do, give Sam a big hug for me.

LaPedestrienne, When it rains, it pours, in more ways than one. Thank you for posting.

JAlleen, Thank you. I really hadn't thought so much about compliments in the emergency room being unusual until your comment. Oh, well, that is what happens when you are a member of YFL and pay attention to what they say! LOL

anne

Bridgie, that's a big shock - having your car totalled. You poor thing.

Your positive attitude is amazing.

binkle

I'm so sorry! Wishing you a speedy recovery!

Elizabeth, I think you are right on. I really had just pushed it aside this week, but after your post I am ready to start thinking about it again. Thanks

Meredith, Thank you. I think that is a very sweet thing to say.

Unfrumped, How descriptive, level- headed and cute to boot. Yeah, I will take that too. Thank you.

Joy, you are so right. Thanks for the reminder.

Shevia, thank you. Your kind softly spoken words are always soothing. I will take care of myself too.

Eliza

Wow, Bridgie. You have had quite an ordeal. Be good to yourself as you mend. Sorry for your troubles. While it could have been worse, this is more than enough. Take good care.

Gigi

I'm really sorry to hear this. The car accident in particular is very scary. I'm glad you are OK.

rachylou

Ohmigosh. Bless my stars. Thank goodness you are alive! And walking! Wow, I’d want a long lie down...

Laura G

I'm sorry that happened to you. Be extra kind to yourself while you'e healing. It's a shock to your system in more ways than one.

Bijou

John Lennon once said "Life is what happens to you whilst your busy making other plans" and I think it is true. Wishing you a speedy recovery and I hope everyone in your community is pulling together. Great to hear that what you wore lifted your spirits and those around you.

Sisi

Bridgie, what a terrible week! Scary and shocking. I am glad to know that at the end of it all everything turned out well. Hehe, I can imagine how the ER personnel was impressed by your fab outfit! Now you deserve a relaxing vacation more than ever.

Anonymous

I am so so sorry to hear this. Sending you well wishes and a speedy recovery. If you can, do post how you are doing. I'll be watching for you.

Stagiaire Fash

Do you remember the Mr Bill Show from Saturday Night Live in the 70s, Bridgie? “Oh noooooooooo”. I’m sorry to hear about the accident—but glad you avoided the fate Mr Hand dealt out to Mr Bill at the end of every episode. Your outfit that day does indeed sound cute. I hope you get out of hospital gowns soon, and that you heal well.

cindysmith

(((Hugs))l glad you're ok after all that crashing and horrible weather

Jane

Goodness, what an eventful few days. I am glad the cheese tasting was good and that you were stylish throughout, but whoa what a lot to happen.

I hope the next few days give you time to reflect on and absorb what has happened. Very best wishes.

RobinF

Sounds scary but I am glad you were OK. It's funny how sometimes it takes something like that for us to realize how precious life is. How can we forget that? It's too easy to take our lives for granted.

Oh, my goodness - what a scare!
It sounds like you were the belle of the ER - I hope your recovery continues without a hitch.
The fall foliage trip sounds lovely and just what you needed.

karen13

Sending you hugs and hope you are able to take good care of yourself. Car accidents often seem to leave injuries that linger.

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