11/21/2025
First and foremost, the baby and I are okay. Yesterday evening, another car ran into me. These photos are the aftermath of my car. I’m not posting the other driver’s, but I can assure you theirs looks worse.
While I was being monitored at the hospital, I had a lot of time to reflect. This past month, and specifically, last trimester have definitely brought some tests my way and my family’s way. But through it all, I’m encouraged and more grateful than ever, because I’m realizing my faith is growing no matter the challenge. What once would’ve been a “woe is me” or angry moment has become a moment of gratitude and thankfulness.
I thank God this accident didn’t claim a life. While I’m sore and now have to deal with the logistics of figuring out what to do with my car, I still have my life, and my baby is doing well. A car can be replaced, life cannot. I’m especially grateful this didn’t turn into a pileup, leave me pinned against the driver-side door, or become a moment where my stomach was hit. God also showed protection by making sure no one else was in the car with me. I’m often transporting others or have a car seat in the back, but that wasn’t the case yesterday.
There was also so much kindness shown by strangers who witnessed everything. One person held my hand as I was in shock and dealing with the aftermath. The medics on scene were wonderful. And when I arrived at the hospital, I was greeted by a familiar face, a former classmate who happened to be on nurse duty that night and helped get me situated.
There’s never a convenient time to deal with something like this, but I thank God this accident wasn’t as bad as it could’ve been, and that I’m able to walk away relatively okay.
I don’t push my beliefs on anyone, but for those who pray, I’m always grateful for any prayers over me and my family. And if anyone else is going through a challenge, don’t stress, keep pushing. The things we worry about, God has already taken care of. Thank Him in advance.