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On Wednesday, June 7, 2023 my daughter and I stopped by Cosco to pick up a few things on the way home from visiting my husband who lives in a care facility. We saw an old woman begging by the roadside with a sign that said "PLEASE HELP. NEED FOOD." My daughter parked and went over and gave her some nuts and cheese snack packs she had with her and I found $5.65 in change in my purse which I went over and gave her. Walking back to join my daughter by her car to go into the store a woman who wasn't looking where she was going hit me with her car. She was just pulling out of the parking lot so she wasn't going very fast but it was fast enough to send me flying and I hit the road and rolled to a stop. I was taken to Urgent care and checked over and X-Rayed and found no broken bones but I'm really deeply bruised and it hurts to move. Been off work ever since and really can't afford it because it takes a lot out of my pay cheque. Going back to the doctor tomorrow. Will need a note saying when I can return to work and if I need light duty for awhile. (sigh)

I Got Hit By a Car

I got hit by a car.
My daughter's worst nightmare by far.
She saw me get hit and then watched me flip,
As I rolled to a stop all ajar.

Many folks ran to my aide.
They told her to not be afraid.
They called 911 for medics, first aide,
And said, "Just wait here by the car."

I'm healing quite nicely now.
Off work for a week was allowed.
There are no broken bones, they said to go home,
Take my meds, just relax and lay down.

Deep bruises seems all that I got.
My back, sides and arms hurt a lot.
I'm on muscle relaxants cause moving is taxin',
But I'm tough and a sissy I'm not.


(i can do this. yes i can)

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Sotto Poet

Date: 6/17/2023 11:00:00 AM

Dear Judy, my heart aches for the unfortunate circumstances you have endured. However, I am delighted to witness your gradual recovery. With the abundance of time at your disposal, you have managed to channel your emotions into an eloquent piece of poetry.

Judy Ball
Date: 6/18/2023 11:49:00 PM

Thank you so much Lasaad. God Bless, JB

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/15/2023 1:16:00 PM

Judy, it is always a big shock to get hit. I luckily never got hit as a pedestrian, but several times hit by cars on the street while driving. It's so wonderful you were not seriously injured. Take care and heal up!

Judy Ball
Date: 6/16/2023 5:05:00 AM

Thank you so much Andrea. God Bless, JB

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 6/13/2023 12:43:00 PM

Judy, dear sweet friend, I'm so sorry that happened to you, how terrifying for you and your daughter. You are certainly not a sissy, but gee, anyone who has been in such an accident deserves to rest awhile and heal. I know it's Scary to be off work when you need the income, that is very tough. I am praying for you right now, I am so glad you didn't have any broken bones. Hugs to you Judy, and may our Lord heal you quickly of all injuries, bruises and pain <3

Judy Ball
Date: 6/14/2023 12:53:00 PM

Thanks so much BJ. God Bless, JB

Kim Merryman

Date: 6/10/2023 4:50:00 PM

Judy, I'm so sorry to hear you were injured. Praying you'll be back to your old self soon. Blessings, Kim M

Judy Ball
Date: 6/11/2023 10:12:00 AM

Thank you so much Kim. God Bless, JB

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 6/10/2023 12:43:00 PM

Judy my dear friend how sorry I am to hear of your mishap. Look after yourself but I hear you about your job. I feel guilty every time, if it's during the day if I go onto Poetry Soup as our business comes first. Of course you can do it you are tough and determined. I had a bad fall about a year and a half ago, and sciatica set in about 8 months ago, but thankfully my own doctor changed my meds. yesterday. The same happened to my father-in-law years ago. Thinking of you, take care my friend, Jennifer.

Judy Ball
Date: 6/11/2023 10:05:00 AM

Thank you so much Jennifer. God Bless, JB

Ilene Bauer

Date: 6/10/2023 11:32:00 AM

Sorry to hear about your accident, Judy, but you have a great attitude about it all and at least feel good enough to write a poem. Best wishes for a speedy recovery…

Judy Ball
Date: 6/11/2023 9:59:00 AM

Thank you so much Ilene. God Bless, JB

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 6/10/2023 10:37:00 AM

Hello Judy, I hope you heal soon. You were very lucky it was not worse. Hugs. /Darlene/

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 6/15/2023 11:14:00 AM

Hello Judy, You are welcome. Enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene\

Judy Ball
Date: 6/10/2023 10:53:00 AM

Thank you so much Darlene. God Bless, JB

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 6/10/2023 9:11:00 AM

We are always faced with trouble. I spent three days in the hospital with suspicion of leg thrombosis. Thank God it was only a rash. Hope you will recover soon.

Judy Ball
Date: 6/10/2023 10:41:00 AM

Thank you so much Victor. God Bless, JB

David Mchattie

Date: 6/10/2023 8:28:00 AM

Sorry to hear about your misfortune. Happy to see you're on the mend. You have time to write a little poetry.. so that's good. A clever and witty poem my friend. Have a great day.

Judy Ball
Date: 6/10/2023 10:47:00 AM

Thank you so much David. God Bless, JB

I Got Hit By a Car

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