It’s been several days since the accident that could have altered my life forever. Sitting here with bruises and a couple of cracked ribs, I can’t help but reflect on how differently our stories could have unfolded.
Before that day, we were complete strangers, and I never anticipated that our paths would cross in such a dramatic fashion. The incident was sudden, and just a few moments could have changed everything for both of us. You appeared like a speeding bullet, leaving me with no opportunity to avoid the collision.
If only I could have tapped into the “super powers” I often joke about with my children, I would have moved my car out of the way of your distraction. Unfortunately, I had no such ability. In the brief seconds it took for you to ignore that stop sign and race through the streets, my life flashed before my eyes. The sound of your vehicle crashing into mine was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. It was as if the world turned orange as I spun, leaping onto the sidewalk and narrowly missing a house and a telephone pole. I could have lost my life that day—had things gone differently, it could have been you instead.
“Why did you run the stop sign?” I cried, tears streaming down my face. “I’m so sorry,” you replied, “I didn’t see it.” At that moment, my feelings shifted from anger to empathy. You were injured and in tears, and I realized you were young enough to be my child.
“Are you alright?” I managed to ask, my voice trembling with concern. “I think so, are you?” you responded, and I replied, “I think so too.” I had just dropped my daughter off at school that morning, and luckily, my little one stayed home with her father. Thank goodness I was alone.
Turning to look at my car, which had come to rest on the sidewalk, I was filled with awe and disbelief. I opened the door and hugged the car seat where my little girl would have been sitting—the very spot that was struck. I sobbed, overwhelmed with gratitude; she was safe, and for that, I feel incredibly blessed.
I can only speculate what caused your distraction that morning. While I can’t say for certain that you were texting, it was evident that you were preoccupied with something other than the road.
To anyone reading this: it’s essential to understand your responsibility—not only to yourself but to everyone sharing the road. When you send a text, speed without thinking, or indulge in distractions, you are not alone. You are surrounded by families, children, spouses, and friends. You have your own loved ones to consider. So let’s put an end to distracted driving. Nothing is worth the risk.
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In summary, the events of that day serve as a stark reminder of the importance of being fully present while driving. Distractions can have devastating consequences, and we must prioritize safety for ourselves and others on the road.