I am probably going to be around less for a little while. For those that haven't heard, I was in a major auto accident Wednesday night. Chain reaction. A truck overturned in front of me. I stopped. The truck behind me was estimated to be going about 65mph when I got hit. Fortunately, my car was pushed clear and I didn't get sandwiched between two semis. The second truck hit the fist one. I have no idea how those drivers are.
I had to be cut out of the car, immobilized and airlifted to the hospital. Final diagnosis is painful but positive: four broken posterior ribs and the usual cuts and lacerations from flying glass. Movement is painful and breathing deep is difficult. In the end, a full recovery is expected.
I was my typical difficult self during the rescue. When they started cutting me out they put a towel over my head to protect me from flying glass and I was asking for safety goggles so I could watch (really). They immobilized my neck so I couldn't get a view during the helicopter ride.
I have not seen pictures of my car yet. People that have tell me its pretty disturbing. Local friends have been helping me out quite a bit so I should be all right when I get home, but moving around will be difficult for a while.
I will keep blogging as energy allows. I will be trying to get back to full strength as soon as possibe.
I will be off work for a while. This was a business trip so I get my first experience with workman's comp. Imagine I will have a lot of firsts in the coming months with insurance companies, the legal system, etc.
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hoping for a quick recovery for you. Thank goodness that you were not more severely injured.. will keep you in my thoughts.
I know you probably don't think so with the pain you are in, but you are a lucky man Hale. When you consider the fact you were up against two semi's, wow. I hope you have a speedy recovery, and watch out for lawyers as they will probably be swarming.
Maybe the irregulars need to take a road trip to take care of you.
ooooo ouch! Here hoping for a complete recovery. You're in my thoughts (and I know you may consider it a waste of time) my prayers too.
The least they could have done was lay you on your side so you could have seen the copter ride!
Get well, every blessing.
OMG, hale. I'm so glad you weren't sandwiched between the semis. Those ribs are gong to hurt for awhile. Don't even try coughing or laughing. If one of your sneezes comes on, I bet the pain stops it. Please get well soon.
Hale: The Stars must have been with you. Got speed, and heal In a hurry.
That's GOD speed.
I am so sorry to hear, and so happy you are going to survive/recover. Being in shape before the crash is a big boost in recovery. Are you back is AZ?
I'm so glad you weren't injured worse! Broken ribs are bad enough. My husband still is bothered by the 2 that he broke in an accident.
I'm glad you have friends there to help you out, you will need it.
Take care and I hope you have a speedy recovery.
Thought about you today...Crossword clue was.."___-Bopp". Ha Ha I knew the answer!!!! Hope all is going well for you. As they say...just walk it off. LOL No really...get well soon!
You were lucky. I drive a big truck so I get to see some very nasty accidents.
Having been in a bad one myself in 1974, i'll have to say that once the shock wears off, you're gonna be aching sore right down to your toe nails.
So kick it back, relax as much as you can, and keep your butt covered.
Don't answer any lawyers until you get your head cleared and can consider the questions..
Do what you gotta do to get better:)))
OMG! I am so happy you are alright! A few broken ribs is very painful, but you are correct... could have been a totally different situation had you not been pushed clear.
What everyone is saying ir right: pamper yourself.. you've "earned" it. And, don't push yourself back to work too early. Once you attempt to go back, they expect you to perform whether you are really up to it or not.
You had me scared there for awhile! Glad that you weren't injured worse. Take it easy friend, and relax. Wishing the stars for a speedy recovery!
Hale, you have my wishes for a speedy recovery and with you, I think it will be...take are and check in when you can...]
Next time you are in FL, we will get together!!!!!
For shit sakes Boppest, that's a hell of a way to get a helicopter ride.
Glad to hear only minor damage to bod. Kick back and enjoy the time off and don't be in a hurry to get back to work!
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