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[joannknnrd]

I posted this on another board, but wanted to add it here too. Rachel, our 4 year old was hit by a car this afternoon. One minute I was holding her hand, the next, she was flying thru the air, landing in a snow bank by the curb! We were blessed w/no internal injuries or broken bones. She's home, but very scared and beat up looking! Everytime I close my eyes I replay the whole thing over in my head! Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers!

[MommySpice]

Definitely praying for you, Rachel, and your family. I can only imagine how terrifying that must have been! ((((((hugs)))))))

[Sandersmr]

OMG - I'm glad she wasn't seriously injured. I hope that you and she can get over this quickly. I know you must have been totally terrified!

[Debb Cozzi]

Oh Joann, what a traumatic experience! I'm so thankful that she did not receive serious injury, but I imagine the mental anguish and anxiety must be fierce right now. I am praying that the Lord will guard your heart and mind and ease the trauma of the memory and that your sweet little girl will quickly recover from the bruises, aches and pains she must be experiencing.

Blessings my friend!

[lilysmama]

wow - i guess they weren't kidding when they said, "when it rains, it pours." i am so sorry to hear about the struggles our friends joann and kara are going through, but the power of prayer is so strong...and your families are certainly being lifted up by a lot of your friends here. i will definitely be praying for joann's daughter and for kara's brother. i know many others will be too.

[Stephanie]

so sorry! How tragic! glad things are ok now. ((HUGS))

[umajo]

omg what else is going to happen i bet you also are very shook up, try to relax and look after the precious little one:o

[Stacey Stehley]

Oh my goodness, Joann!!!! I am so glad she wasn't seriously injured. What a very scary moment for all of you.

[rlma]

OMGosh, JoAnn! Poor sweet Rachel! I can only imagine what you and your family must be feeling. You are definitely in my prayers!

[vanillalatte]

OH MY GOODNESS!!! (((((((JoAnn!!)))))) I'm so sorry that something so awful had to happen to your sweet little one! That poor little girl, she and you must have been completely terrified! Thankfully, she will be alright physically. You and she are certainly in my prayers for the speedy recovery her body and that God will help you both to cope with the mental trauma that has come from this horrible incident.

[joannknnrd]

Here's an update of Rachel! We took her to the pediatrician to get a once over. The doctor has some concerns about her spleen. But just wants us to keep an eye on her (as if I've let her out of my sight).

I also talked to the Police Officier who witnessed the accident. He said I was holding her hand as we crossed the street and the car just missed me and hit Rachel! I couldn't peice everything together on my own and started thinking I must have let her run ahead of me and that's why it happened ( I do the self blame game alot!) So hearing that gave me a little peace!

So continue to pray and add a little prayer for the lady who hit her. I can't imagine the guilt she must be feeling!

Thanks to all!

[MommySpice]

Continuing to pray, JoAnn! Will keep the driver in my prayers as well. I'm still so very thankful that her injuries were not worse!

[Whisper Pink]

OH MY GOSH!!! How absolutely terrifying!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you JoAnn and your daughter!!! Hope she is calming down and you too!!! (((((((((((JOANN AND RACHEL)))))))))))))))))

[rlma]

(((((JoAnn & Rachel))))) So glad to hear that she is not suffering any major injuries. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers! I will also pray for the driver - I cannot begin to know how she must be feeling hitting such a precious little girl.

[Lisa Dozier]

OMGosh!!!!!!! Joann, sending prayers and thanks that your grandaughter was protected from harm!!!!!!!! How traumatic! hugs to both of you.

[vanillalatte]

Oh, JoAnn, it's so good to hear that Rachel is going to be OK. Even more, I totally understand about blaming yourself. You think about it long enough and your memory twists it all to make it your fault. I'm so glad that there was a Police officer there.

Take care of yourself and Rachel! Let us know how she's feeling today!

[Stephanie]

Thanks for the update! Keep us posted on your little one. Glad she is doing well.

[wen2tap]

so happy that you Both didnt receive serious injuries, and I will be keeping the driver in my prayers too. All involved must be suffering shock from such a nasty accident. Try not to stress yourself with the what if's to much....
sending (((((((((( big hugs))))))))

[joannknnrd]

OMGosh!!!!!!! Joann, sending prayers and thanks that your grandaughter was protected from harm!!!!!!!! How traumatic! hugs to both of you.

:::OUCH::: lol! I must be looking my age today, Lisa! Rachel is my dd, not dgd! Granted, I am old enough to be her grandma!

Another update! Rachel seems to be getting back to her old self today! She asked Grandpa when he was going home so she could play video games :p and we ventured out to the grocery store. I seemed more nervous than she did crossing the store parking lot! I'm going to keep her home from church tomorrow and hopefully send her back to preschool on Monday! I'm having a difficult time letting her out of my sight! Again, thanks for all of your prayers and thoughts!

[Sandersmr]

Joann - I'm glad Rachel is doing well!!! It's amazing how quickly kids rebound!

[vanillalatte]

Thank you for the update, JoAnn! Sounds like Rachel is bouncing back quickly. Good for her!! Now if only mom could bounce back as easily, right?

[Whisper Pink]

It defineately is amazing how quickly kids bounce back ... but us "olde" folk stay shaken for what seems like forever!!! JoAnn I am so glad that neither her or you were more seriously injured...she is young enough to pretty much forget about it...but MOM I think you need extra hugs so here they are!!!
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((BIG HUGS!!!))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

[Frani_54]

Anytime I hear about a little one getting hurt it just breaks my heart....I know what a scare you and Rachel must have had, but God kept his arms around her and protected her from serious bodily harm. What a blessing that was....may He continue to minister to you and Rachael and take away the anxiaty of living through this in your minds every day.....

[Birgit Kerr]

Oh how terrifying !! I am glad to hear thought that she is bouncing back so welll !! Sending lots of hugs and prayers your way!

[showme]

I can feel the fear you felt when the accident happens, and the fear that still lingers in your heart and soul. So glad that Rachel has been protected, and pray that you will soon have a calm heart and reassured piece of mind.

[TiffanyJewel]

oh how scary, i'm so glad she is okay and doing fine !

[Sandersmr]

Joann - is everyone continuing to do ok? How have you been holding up?

[joannknnrd]

She's doing great, Maggie! We sent her to school yesterday and she loved sharing her story. Now that the crisis has passed, I've deceided it's time for me to freak out! I've been pretty weepy, replaying everything in my head, but I know this is my process, and it will pass! Thanks for asking, and thanks again, to all, for the prayers!

[Stephanie]

She's doing great, Maggie! We sent her to school yesterday and she loved sharing her story. Now that the crisis has passed, I've deceided it's time for me to freak out! I've been pretty weepy, replaying everything in my head, but I know this is my process, and it will pass! Thanks for asking, and thanks again, to all, for the prayers!



*passing the chocolate*
BIG HUGGGGS

I can just hear her tell the story at school....wouldn't you love to hear it during show and tell.

[vanillalatte]

Oh, JoAnn!! Isn't is wonderful how kids just adapt and move on! If only we could be so flexible. Here's a big hug, box of kleenex and a bag of almond M&Ms :)

[Donna]

How did I miss this????

OH MY!! You are in my prayers.

Donna

[Bek, aka opeysmama]

OH MY GOODNESS! I am soooooo sorry and SO very THANKFUL to GOd that she is okay!!! We must hold our dear one's close and cherish them as we never know what lies ahead. Thank you Lord for sparing this young one. Please let us know how you're all doing!!

[rlma]

How is Rachel doing today? How are you?

[arlene6]

Oh, how terribly awful for all of you. I am relieved to hear she has no internal injuries. I can only imagine how you've been reliving this. I think your daughter has an angel looking out for her.
Arlene