Mom and Annie, who some of you know from Getaways, were in a serious auto accident this afternoon. Both are in hospital with broken bones, and Annie probably has a whopping concussion and facial lacerations, but no internal injuries and no bleeding on the brain.

Apparently a driver of a pick-up truck was driving very fast, lost control and crossed the median of a 4 lane highway, hitting Annie's SUV. He died.

I am still shaking. Need to focus on being grateful. It is amazing they do not have more serious injuries, much less that they are alive.   My Dad just died.

Too close to losing my entire family of origin in a short period for comfort.

Just had to say it. Hope typing this lets me go to bed cuz I need to head home to WV very early tomorrow. Wasn't even there, but when I close my eyes, trucks are flying through the air at the people I love.

Goodnight