Hey, All

[Quixotic1]

I'll be off the forum tonight.  There is too much going on in my family and even though I am useless to help, I can't focus here.  My mom and dad were just now in a car accident, preliminary report is they (both 84) are "okay," but refusing medical care.  My sis has gone to pick them up at the scene.  I would just be a burden, so I wait and worry.  My mom has a cervical fusion and Cervial Spondylotic Myelopathy.  The last thing she needs is to get whiplash.  My Dad has a bleeding disorder and the last time he hit his head, he bled into his retina.

My niece (one of two) is down in SoCal and is the main intake officer at the Orange County Animal Shelter. Thousands of animals are being brought in becasue of the huge fires and the massive evacuations.  Her fiance is back at their apartment awaiting any evacuation orders as they are in the line of one of the advancing fires.

My baby girl, the Abbysinian, just got back from the vet with dehydration (she's in renal failure) so I'm holding her and waiting by the phone.

I hope things are better tomorrow.  Quix

[sllowe]

Thanks for updating us, it's nothing less than a miracle they walked away from that horror.  We'll keep extra prayers going for good measure!

SL

[LLWB]

I posted before ready, darn, I hate it when that happens. I'm so thankful, praise God for your parents. What a horrific experience. Maybe you can encourage them to use the insurance check for their car for a nice plane trip somewhere, and not replace the car? Or put aside for taxis? When my mom was experiencing the first really bad effects of her Alzheimer;s, she went to the store 10 miles away. They lived out in the country and she had been making the drive for years, she got lost for 4 hours. My Dad was about out of his mind with worry.  She had become so good at covering up what was going on, we didn't realize just how bad she was getting. When she got home, she hung up her keys, said no more, and never drove again for the rest of her life. Fortunately she was still having lucid periods, and knew enough to know what was right. Just as an aside, she drove a 64 Nova, was the 2nd owner. I inherited the car from my Dad, and I gave it to my son last summer. It is very special to him. My Dad drove until the day he passed away at age 83. Living out in the Idaho mountains, he was worried about getting around. He fortunately didn't have to make that decision.Hopefully  you can talk to them, and after this accident they will make the right decision. Praying for you all.Maggie

[6-paq]

I too am so glad to hear that your parents are ok!!   My mom's about the same age and I worry about her on the road.

Also glad to hear that your niece is still out of harm's way as well!    I'm in San Diego and we had our important stuff packed and ready to go too!

Take care!  Pat :)

[crystaly]

Hi hugg!! from across the sea Im so pleased your parents are both ok and that no one else was hurt either. It must be nice to be with your family at this time  Having family around you is the best thing in the world . take care
chris

[Rutey]

Im glad things are going well for your family. Its a miracle that your parents werent more seriously injured. God was certainly with them. Im also glad to hear Abby is doing better. Im an avid animal lover, and have a zoo at my house, but wouldnt have it any other way!

Best Wishes, Rutey & Pooty

[Quixotic1]

My parents, sister and I thank you for the thoughts and prayers.  Everyone is still okay.  No one else was involved or hurt.  I'm still busy with family stuff and I hope to get back here for some good times tonight.  Remember I'm on Left Coast time.

You all are the Greatest!  Quix

[frann]

Well I guess the angels were really on overtime with the folks...whhhhheeee

I hope the talk goes well with dad... i  remember having that one with my dad...it is hard.
Hope you get some rest.

God bless,
Frann

[yorkieville]

Dear Quix,

   I just got home from my trip, and I am so upset to hear that your folks were in a car accident. I am so thankful that they are ok. Their guardian angels were on the job. But yes, it is time for you and your DS to have the 'time to stop driving' talk.

  God Bless your neice for the work she is doing at the Orange County Animal shelter.

   I empathize with you with your little Abby in renal failure. Thats a tough thing. My 1st Yorkie wnet through it.

   All of you are in my thoughs & prayers.

   Love,
        Sheila

[moeck]

Thank the Gods your parents are okay.  I can only imagine how frightening it was for you to have to sit by the phone and wait.  Stopping the driving is hard.  I actually chickened out and had my father's doctor turn him in as an unsafe driver, i couldn't stand having dad mad at me about it, this way the doctor took the blame.  My husband's brother is in San Diego and has all the cat carriers lined up in his living room in case the call comes through for him to leave.  This happens so often (it seems) that i would be afraid to live there.  Your kitty, and your family, are in my prayers.
moeck

[Nanners123]

OMG, I can't hardly believe what I am reading. My head is spinning, I can only imagine the turmoil in your mind when this was all happening. I am relieved to hear that things are so much better today.  My prayers are with you and yours for continued healing. Take care and stay strong!

Nancy

[innisfree]

Yikes! What an amazing turn of luck! They walked away and Abby is better. I am very happy for you. Hugs!

[mokibear]

I'm so glad everyone is okay although understandable to be in shock after a horrific crash like that. Just make sure you don't over do things yourself right now.

Take care

Moki

[Roxie0818]

Wish I lived a little closer to help you out... I have lots of veggie soup leftover tonight.. We'd be more than happy to share! :)  

I thought the same thing kitten said!!!!!!  Very glad things are ok.
Take care
Roxanne

[floridamom2]

I second kittens expresion!!!  What a miracle that they are OK!  Thanks for letting us know what was going on - you sound like you all have your hands and heads full!  

Will keep praying for you all!
Kristin

[kitten o]

HOLY ****
VERY HAPPY EVERYONE ARE DOING FINE.
KITT

[Momzilla]

Oh, my stars!  I can't believe it!  Well, now we know where you get your rock solid foundation from.  Good hardy stock!  

I'm just so very relieved, elated that they are all right and were able to amazingly walk away from such a horrific crash.  I'm not surprised they're in shock.  Are you still, a little?  What a close call!  

Take care of all of you.  Glad Abby is better.  Will keep you close tonight.

Love,

Twinkle Toes*

[Quixotic1]

M & D are okay, but "stove up", sore and still a little in shock.  The car is totalled, they hit the guard rail on the freeway at rush hour, spun a 360 or two and then hit the opposite gaurd rail head on.  Hit a semi-truck which jack-knifed.  Airbags did not deploy. And they walked away.

My DS (Dear Sister) and I are facing the "it's time to stop driving" talk.  Will be big blow to my dad with the loss of his independence.  But they are in a beautiful retirement community, my sister is available 24/7 to drive them, my niece is available most days and the center has store and doctor runs.

Little Abby is better.

Thank you for all your prayers.  I will be busy with them today.  Quix

[EL18]

It never rains but it pours...if you have not had enough.

We'll be thinking of you and your family.

Love always Em x

[frann]

Sorry I didn't see this post till now...wasn't on last night either... so was upset to find out the news.

I am so sorry about your momma & dad... i hope and pray that they are ok... you know how much I care about you and what you and your family are going through... feel the love & the prayers..
I pray that you little kitty is ok too...


God bless,
Frann

[smcneel]

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, too.  Please let us know if there is anything that we can do to lighten your burden, or to help the animal shelter with essentials for the displaced animals.  

S~

[TonkaSpirit]

My prayers and thoughts are with you today.  So much to deal with at once.  Time for some ice-cream for sure. Love & happy wishes to you and your family.
Terrie

[Momzilla]

Wasn't online last night.  Didn't see your post until just now, noon-ish EST.  I'm SO with you.  I know things must be calming down already for your folks right now.  I'm at work, so I must be brief.

I hope you all got some good rest, despite all the drama.  Let us know how things are going with mother and dad. Keep that baby happy and comfy.

We'll keep the ice cream cold~

Love,

Stinky*

[monotreme]

Oh Quix, I am so sorry to hear of all of your family troubles.  Please take care.  I will keep you and your family in my prayers.  

Please keep us informed and updated.  At least in California things are looking better this morning with the winds dying down.
Craig

[doni54]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care and let us know how things are going.  Hug your little kitty baby for me,too.

Love & ((((hugs))))

doni