[jrae]

I could really use some prayers here.

A week ago, I was in a car accident. They had to use the jaws to pry open my door just to get me out. And after 3 1/2 hours in the ER, I was able to leave. Not before hurting my neck and back, getting lots of bruises, a head laceration that required 17 staples, and loads of other soft-tissue injuries!

And not to mention that my car is now totaled. Oh and the worse part about this whole thing, this is my second car accident in twenty months! I was still recovering from the other one when this happened.

So now I have two car accidents with injuries added on top of the severe depression that I have! Just when you think things can't get much worse...

The accident last year was when there was snow on the ground, so it's understandable. But this one... I don't know how I will bounce back mentally from this accident. Long story short, the roads were dry and weather was clear & nice, basically the guy behind me "didn't see me", for whatever excuses he has to say! And at an intersection only 3 miles from my house, one I use all the time.

I was out driving yesterday and realized a few things. Now when I am driving, all I see is other vehicles that 'could hit me'. The fear and nervousness is almost overwhelming! And all because some guy behind me wasn't paying attention. I also drove extra miles to get back to my place, all to avoid the spot where the accident happened.

And then there's the financial side of all this. My car was older and had a lot of miles on it, and in a situation like this, that basically makes it worthless! Meaning I will barely get any money to use towards getting a new car. And how do you put a price on all the mental, emotional, and physical issues I am now forced to endure??!!

No body knows what I have been thru- what it was like being stuck in my car, unable to move, and feeling

Possible trigger:

the blood pool on my back,

not knowing where it was coming from. Yeah the people and relatives around me all say they were scared and worried and things like that, but that's not even close to what it was like being in the situation itself.

I just can't believe I have to go thru this s*** all over again. How the h*** am I going to do this??

[tealBumblebee]

I'm sorry that you had that experience and I totally understand how you feel that only those in the situation can understand the degree of the fear an pain you felt. I hope that the trauma eases over time. Is there a counselor you can talk to to work through these things? As for the car - that always sucks, but perhaps you could look into investing in a gently used car? Just an idea. Anyways, just wanted you to know I read your post and will pray for you. :]

[sabby]

Oh boy (((((((((((( jrae ))))))))))))) What a scary thing to go through not to mention the physical pain and healing that needs to take place.

It's no wonder that you are avoiding the spot where the accident took place, I think that's perfectly normal for you to do. It's only been a little over a week and it takes time to heal both physically and mentally from the experience.

You are right, unless someone has been in your position of having to be removed from the wreck no one can really know what you are feeling about that. That doesn't mean that they don't care and worry about you though.

Maybe it would be a good idea for you to speak to an attorney about any options that might be available to you. Maybe the other guy's insurance will settle on an amount for your suffering and replacing your car. What a pain to have to go through but it's a means to an end.

I hope you take the time you need to heal and be good to yourself. Take each day as it comes if you can and know you are in my prayers.

[jrae]

thanks for all your thoughts and prayers.

I got my staples out last week and the head laceration seems to be healing okay. But I'm still unable to have any pressure against it. And since it is on the back of my head, sleeping is becoming more of an issue. All I've been able to do is sleep in a recliner on my side, which may work for the head wound but isn't so great for the rest of the body.

I started in with the chiropractor also, for the neck and back injuries. The shoulders are a concern as well, but am only able to handle so much at once. And sadly, I'm over my limit on that!

I'm wondering how long these pains are going to last. I can suddenly get sharp throbbing pains in my head, no doubt from the laceration. And I also get sharp pains in other parts of my body. It's just a whole semi-load of pains to take on, and that's just the physical side of things...

And as for my car, it's hard to look at it. I had it for 11 years, and we've been through three accidents together. I now have to start looking for a different one, but have no idea where to begin. I've only had one type of car and they don't make it anymore. Just another thing to add to an already over-worked brain...

[(JD)]

ahhh I bought new comfy but supportive pillows... try doing that... Feel better soon... and ugh I know about attachments to cars... I've had mine 16 years!

[avlady]

i was in 3 car accidents, one i was a pedistrian in. i got a broken collarbone, head injuries, just black and blue face after hitting my head on the windshield too. its been over 20 years and i am still afraid every time my husband drives me anywhere. i don't drive myself as my illness won't let me, i can't concentrate so i have to put my faith in my husband and son. the pain will go away is what i have to tell you but the emotional stuff you'll have to work on.i am sorry to hear about your car, but just be glad you're alive too!!!!good luck

[littleowl2006]

Being back behind the wheel already? after what you have been through? sounds huge to me, like you are scared, but still very strong! Credits for that! And my best wishes and thoughts