Seems life is full of distractions. Diversions. Interruptions. Disturbances. Four weeks ago we had one of those....but along with those the Lord grants blessings, gifts, and grace. While taking our dear friend to the airport, the kids and I were in a serious car accident on the 202 freeway. Somehow - we were ok inside despite the crumpled mess. (The rear of the van was crushed all the way to the girl's seat - breaking it with the impact.) As we made our way to the side of the highway and the kids stood grasping each other in hugs and beginning to whimper - I examined the van from a distance. I snapped the above picture with my cell phone. Might as well document the occasion. Helpful passerby, friendly firefighters, good solid van which "crumpled correctly", properly restrained kids in car seats, friends who will jump in the car to come for us right away......lots of blessings. The Lord spared us major injuries - we gave thanks right away.
Just like most life events - most people don't realize all that is involved until they experience it themselves. Destroyed luggage in the back, sore muscles, dazed brain for several days due to what has to be gallons of adrenalin pumped into one's system, rental car, insurance filing, car replacement, fear of driving......lots of disturbances. But still blessings. I spent the day of the accident wishing I could hug all my friends and family - though didn't even call many of them. What would I say? I could text: "Hey - how is your day going? Mine is fine - just totaled my van!" Ba ha. Since one friend from church came to get us the news traveled and what I already knew was confirmed: We have the best friends and family in the world. Texts and calls came in - meals offered - one friend just came to the door to make sure we really were in one piece........
Interesting experience the whole thing was - with lots of things to learn. Hold on to possessions lightly, treasure the time you have with friends and family much, wait on the Lord to work things for the best according to His will...... This was a small trial in comparison to what many I know are going through in their lives.
And so there was a lag in the chronicle here.......even though life went on at a rapid rate. Hopefully I can catch up eventually......one step at a time......to God be the Glory......
