We were on our way home last Saturday, when a PUJ, from the right side moved so fast it was already flying towards our direction. As the tires of the jeepney screeched, I had anticipated to hear the sound of metal crashing against metal next. But there was none.
It was a narrow escape. The jeepney had stopped a hair’s breadth before it could hit us. But had it not stopped the exact instant that it did, it would have crashed to the passenger area where my son and mother sat. The thought makes me shudder.
I do not really want to write that I was too horrified, shaken that I had a Neanderthal moment that day. When my father stopped the car, I opened the door, stuck my head out and yelled - the very first time I did to a stranger. It was a short angry outburst. No cussing, no swearing. But very un-Christianlike all the same. I wish I could have been more calmer.
Anyway, I’m really not over that incident yet but I’m just thankful that we were all spared from harm. I just couldn’t be more thankful to God for protecting us.
by Melissa, on February 8 2008 @ 12:54 am
Ooo, I’m glad that everything worked out. Sometimes we just deal with things the best way we can….
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by Melanie, on February 8 2008 @ 3:01 am
You were just thinking of the close call you had with people you love in the car. I think it’s a normal reaction. Don’t be upset with yourself over it. I’m just glad there wasn’t an accident.
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by Iris, on February 8 2008 @ 4:11 am
Oh dear - that is horrible. I am praising God with you for protecting you all. What a scarry moment.
Thank you so much for sharing your grateful heart with us this week.
Blessings to you and yours.
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by Sandy (Momisodes), on February 8 2008 @ 5:57 am
That is terrible! I’m so glad that everyone is okay. What a great thing to be thankful for.
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by Wendy, on February 8 2008 @ 8:29 am
Thank God for protecting you and your family! With the surge of adrenaline you must’ve had, it would’ve been almost impossible to react calmly. Don’t feel bad about it, at least you didn’t start swearing!
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by Denise, on February 8 2008 @ 8:44 am
Praise God for keeping you safe.
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by Regina, on February 8 2008 @ 10:02 am
Wow, what a blessing! God certainly had angels between your car and theirs! It really is a thankful Thursday!
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by Andrea, on February 8 2008 @ 10:24 am
Oh…that is TOO scary! I am happy that nothing happened though…but still, I know it would take me a bit to get over that too!
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by Pam, on February 8 2008 @ 10:45 am
I am sure I would have reacted the same way. Don’t hold it against yourself. I am glad that no one was hurt.
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by ellen b, on February 8 2008 @ 11:43 am
Praise God that you weren’t harmed.
by Cheryl, on February 8 2008 @ 12:06 pm
Oh my goodness! How scary that would be. I know that is a very good thing to be thankful for. Thank God all of you are safe. Hope you are having a good day. God Bless!
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by Angie, on February 8 2008 @ 12:50 pm
I join you in thankfulness that you are okay! God bless you!!
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by MamaGeek, on February 8 2008 @ 1:04 pm
Wow, I am so glad you are all safe. How scary!
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by Twinkle Mom, on February 8 2008 @ 1:08 pm
That was terrifying…with the adrenaline going through, I would have probrably done the same thing just out of fear!
I am so thankful that you and ALL your loved ones are safe….Thank you so much for coming by my blog and *hugs* just so glad all of you are safe!
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by Nise', on February 8 2008 @ 9:41 pm
Thank the Lord everyone is safe!
by xhien, on February 9 2008 @ 4:03 am
Thank goodness you’re all safe.
Local jeepney drivers are driving like they’re kings of the road. Prolly they didn’t have proper driving seminars.
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by Thess, on February 9 2008 @ 7:04 am
Thank God you guys are okay! What a horrible experience.
I wish you and your family will have a relaxed weekend.
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by Ana, on February 9 2008 @ 9:14 am
Wow God was definately there! May his hand always be on you.
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by maiylah's snippets, on February 10 2008 @ 11:14 pm
am glad that you and your family were spared, too!
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by Amy, on March 3 2008 @ 7:06 pm
It’s nice to hear your safe after what happened….