I had a car mishap | Counting Blessings
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- I didn't know where to start in making this video as I really didn't want to come here with such horrid news but if you've been here a while, you will know I do like to share the downs as-well-as the ups... So, I had a car accident a few weeks ago. This is what happened and how and what I'm doing to softly heal after my mishap. Healing with gratitude and giggles wherever I can to prevent going into ptsd as much as possible. Positive mindset as much as I can, to prevent the neural pathways from forming and saving me from flashbacks, nightmares and mental anguish. Thank you so much for watching & keeping me company in this little corner of RUclips. Love you all SOOO much, I really appreciate this community! Biggest, Softest, Everythings, Wendy. Xx
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Dear Wendy ☺. I lost my husband Terry on the 4th of December, after a very short illness. We were together for 50 plus years (we were babies when we wed). He was my life, my love and my soul mate and my heart is broken 💔. He was a vegetarian, didnt drink or smoke and was very fit! I also fell in the garden and broke my shoulder and on the day I came out of hospital he went into hospital and didn't get better. I have only recently got the sling off and started to drive again, and oh boy have I lost so much confidence. I guess what I am saying here, is to live every day and count your blessings and be with the ones you love and take care of each other. Hope you're feeling better soon, and remember it's just the car that was damaged. I have no family but I have two fur babies, my Kits 🐺🐈🐾, who give me a reason to get up in the morning. With love, light & Imbolc blessings to you both xx
Veronica..I lost my husband of 61years 18 months ago...my heart is with you...❤
@@dawnratzlaff4685 Thank you for your kind words Dawn. It's so very hard right now, as you will know yourself ... With love and blessings x
I'm so sorry for your loss. How incredibly difficult. Many hugs and much love to you. 🙏🏻❤
So sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine how difficult it’s been for you. Sending big hugs. X
@veronicashipley9123 sending you love 💙
Dear Wendy, I’m so glad you are taking care of your mental and emotional well being. 2 days ago my husband and I Rescued an 11 year old , female standard poodle who also had had a ‘ mishap ‘. She was riding in a 4 Wheeler with her owner, an elderly gentleman. They drove over a small cliff .The 4 wheeler landed on top of the gentleman. He died 2 days later. She jumped off. She stayed with her owner until help came 45 minutes later. It was 2 days after that she came to us. She wasn’t hurt physically but we can tell she is depressed and traumatized. She is a very sweet and gentle dog . We are giving her the quiet and rest she needs and lots of hugs and cuddles. I just had to share this with you. Hope you feel much better soon 🥰
Blessings to you and your husband for taking this sweet girl in and giving her a home. She is definitely feeling sad and lost without her human dad. I am praying you know her name and in time she will be her happy best.❤❤❤
Aw, so sad that she lost her owner that way. But pleased that you stepped in to "save" her. Sounds like a lovely dog. I hope she settles in very soon. ❤
Wendy - we love you. Thank you for the update. Stay strong. Wishing you all the best!!
A huge thank you to all the kind people that helped Wendy after the mishap!! They were Angels. Sending you light and love. I am so grateful to have your precious presence in my life. Self care is so important…dealing with my son’s death has taught me that lesson. Love to you and James. Cocooning and being creative in your new lovely home. 🧚🧚🧚♀️🧚♀️
Oh Wendy. Life is full of ups and downs isn't it? But I am very happy and grateful the accident is not as horrible as it could have happened. Please take as much time of healing as you can. And I'm proud of you that you are going through it like an absolute champ! Be sure to giggle, but also leave a little tear or 2 if you need to.
I do have to say though I am very envious of your work station in the sunroom... I'm currently on a waiting list for moving and it's been years... My country has a housing crisis. I'm manifesting for my own cosy workstation in a new home soon. 🙏🏻
Be gentle with yourself, and take time to heal and refill that cup (hope not too much spilled in your bumps-a-daisy episode (keeping it silly)). Good luck in finding new wheels and perhaps anti-glare shield or driving specs. Try to embrace the opportunity to nest at home, as well as getting out a bit to get to know the area around your house. Are there other gardens nearby, small walks near home? Perhaps some interesting trees? I love to walk near home trying to see things with new eyes, as if for the first time. Did that tree always have a branch that wonky? New mushrooms, are there fairies nearby, or just snails? Even a stroll near home can be an adventure.
Finally got some hot days here in Australia, and I've switched from painting to sketching for the moment (pencil seems easier in the heat), and just grateful to be able to draw. I've been grateful for trees that provide shade, and so have been sketching them and taking photos of those with interesting shapes, and wondering about their stories. Also very grateful that you are recovering (Keep it up, girl! We all believe in you!), and taking care of yourself, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Sending especially gentle hugs, lots of love, and (anti-glare) light as well as healing energy. Be good to yourself, and let's all fill our cups to overflowing. May the fairies travel to you on moonbeams, and whisper in your ear. 🧡🤗🌜
Many gray days in the midwest U.S. MY joy is watching a family of squirrels scamper around in the yard out my window, and the birds fighting for a chance at the bird feeder. I too have been being creative making a faux stained glass, working in some design coloring books, and refreshing some decor around the house. I know what it is like to feel you need some time to just be still and regain your equilibrium and balance. I went through healing a broken ankle about 5 years ago and had a six month recovery. So glad you have your garden and makeshift studio to fill the hours of your day. Be well!
Ahh Wendy, bless you. The winter sun really is a bugger at this time of year. I was in a brand new car years ago, in a completely empty multi storey car park. I was so busy deciding where I was going to park, I went straight in to the supporting concrete pillar!!! I've also gone in to someone! It's a real shock to the system!! I'm so glad you have your wee garden and can work at home looking out on to it. Gratitude is one of the most powerful vibrations we can use. It's always my go to as much as possible. Sending you much love and healing prayers. 🙏 ❤🎉
Oh Wendy! Yes, Thank God You are OK!
I too had a car misfortune in the beginning of January. I was driving to work and my car spun out on black ice, and I slammed really hard into the curb. Lots of damage to my car, but Most Importantly, no one else was involved, and I wasn't injured other than shook up and bruised hip. So, in a way it was a huge Blessing!
I'm still very aware of my car loosing control and the fear, but I am trying to override that with Thanksgiving and gratitude! Blessings to you Wendy, and your beautiful community!
Lots of healing love beautiful lady.
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Agree with James about getting outside, being in nature is so healing. I have a little herd of rescue ponies and this weekend, I spent lots of time with them, grooming out their manes and tails, sitting with my coffee whilst they slowly munch their hay, giving them pony nuts and watching them hoover up every last one. A little robin kept popping in to say hello, I imagine it’s one of my beautiful animals that lives up there coming to say hello. A complete antidote to work and life’s struggles. Enjoy the downtime, spring and summer will be here and we’ll all be busy and doing again. Sending lots of healing vibes x x
Keep resting and relaxing. Sending prayers and love.
Praying for healing in your mind, soul, spirit and body! Praying for No PTSD side effects!
So glad you’re healing. I’m in the process of healing, also.
Wendy, you are such a sweetheart and 'love you to bits' as you so sweetly say. Your back yard is a godsend to have in these healing times. Your flowers, plants and birds, beautiful sunsets and sunrises will all help you heal. I am so grateful you recieved such immediate medical and loving care. My heart goes out to you about your car. Your frame of perception and thoughts are positive and that's the part about Grace and re-grooving the old neural grooves into gratitude . You can hug that tree in your backyard and stroke those chimes and talk with your plant babies and you have James and a world of us out here who adore and love you for years. ❤❤❤Sending you LOVE as love has no boundries and goes straight to the heart to runneth over and spread all about. ❤❤❤❤sending you many hugs and gratitude and Thank You for keeping us in touch with what is going on in yout life and for all the lovely videos you have gracefully shared with us. 😊 Love you Wendy and as you say, " Keep your light shinning bright". And....even if it's not on some days you let us carry you through those times.❤
Hello beautiful lady. You are so loved out here in the world. Whenever I feel down or sad, I spend time watching YOUR videos. I'm glad to see you are healing and pushing ahead with the positive things in your life. Blessings and prayers are being sent your way. You have James, and he has you. Planning your Spring garden will be therapeutic and give you something to look forward to. You know how comforting it is to put your hands in soil, and plant a seedling. I suggest that you keep a Spring journal. Note the first bird, the first butterfly, the first weed to pop up in your garden. ... Your approach to personal wellness is spot on. Keep your thoughts positive. I find music can transport me out of my darkness to a beautiful place. Read poetry. Blessings to you and James, from Canada. 🍁
Dear Wendy, I am so glad you are healing from your mishap. Very wise to give yourself time. I agree that the Power of the Mind is a wonderful thing!, I have survived several big traumas by dwelling on Gratitude and by doing my Buddhist meditation. I love your garden. So private. And birdsong is a delight! I hope you can get another car soon. James is your Rock. You are Blessed. Take care. Much Love.❤❤🎉🎉
Oh Wendy so glad you are ok. What a shock for you. Your home studio and garden look lovely. A lovely healing space. Take care and keep up the good work xx
I'm so glad you are healing and getting stronger each day. I started watching your channel about a year ago. I was widowed in my 40s and have one daughter. Your accent brings up that my daughter still lives in the UK. She has lived there for 18 years, and her husband and my little grandson were 3 weeks away from moving to the US when she was diagnosed with brain cancer. So, yes, I totally understand when life changes instantly. My work as an educator and professor has been devoted to children and adolescents with trauma, abuse, and poverty. Your mishap was, indeed, a trauma and I will keep you in my heart and prayers.
Oh Wendy, sorry to hear of your mishap. What a beautiful video though to share your news and upate to your fans.
I absolutely love the gorgeous little home studio you have set up. Those beautiful windows with the outlook to your garden and the birds nearby, plus the sun streaming in, would be a delight on a cool day out.
Wishing you well for your recovery. Sounds like you are doing so many things to aid it well.
Big hugs and look forward to the next one. Take all the time you need for yourself XoX 💖
so glad to hear you are OK....take your time to heal. Sending love your way.
I love your positivity and “mishap” is such an appropriate word. I wish you well on your healing journey. I’m grateful that your mishap didn’t lead to anything more serious.
I fell 2 months ago and the fractures lead to the development of CRPS a painful condition that remains for life.
Mishaps happen, but how we accept and deal with them can make all the difference. Thank you for being so authentic, transparent and willing to share your life with us 😊
I am sorry to hear that. I have a friend who has developed that condition. I pray that you have respite from the pain.
Dearest Wendy, thank you so much for the update. So glad to see you are on the mend.🤗 I am also in a gentle mending state right now as the first 3 weeks of January came with some surprise issues and was a bear to get through. I had a flare up of my knee ( it's old and waiting to be replacd). It rendered me in extreme pain and just a few days into this I had half my tooth fall off ( a molar) which exposed a sharp piece of amalgam, which promptly cut a hole in the side of my tongue whenever I ate or talked!😮 Like you, I brought humor into the situation. I couldn't walk or talk for 3 weeks!😅 It did prompt me to have to call on an extra amount of effort to maintain my inner peace and equilibrium through it all. I actually fell ( for a brief time) into a mild depression....no fun,☹️ and then had to work my way as well, out of that uncomfortable state of being! So, it was a whackadoodle January for me as well! 😵💫 On a lighter note... I love the light in your home studio! Such a lovely place to recuperate!❤ Take care now, my friend, and yes, gratitude carries us through the muckity-muck, doesn't it! 😊 Sending much Aloha across the miles for the continued healing! XOXO Mwah! 😘And big hugs!❤🤗✨️
I have had a similar problem. My knee is in need of replacement but due to an impinged nerve in my back that affects my leg, I have to have injections because I cannot rehab after a knee replacement with the leg problem. And I was eating peanuts and my molar broke in half and I swallowed it ! It was extremely sharp but I was able to grind it down with a nail file as a temporary fix. The dentist thinks he can fix it with a filling. Fingers crossed. Hoping that your pain resolves quickly.
I am recovering from surgery and anticipating further treatment over the next few months. Your reminders to be grateful, talk kindly to yourself, and find laughter where you can are so helpful. Bless you in your recovery!
I hope that your pain resolves quickly.
Wendy my dearest friend, sending you so much healing energies and gentle hugs. Last November I had two terrible mishaps (love using that word-thank you!) and suffered two head injuries. I wish I had had the same insightful gentle guidance you gave yourself. I do keep telling myself it will all be okay. My brain will heal and what better way to heal it than making art! Please look after yourself and heal. Sending lots of love ❤
Hi Wendy, so glad you now seem to be on the mend after your accident with the car. I mainly stay at home myself just now as I’ve currently got mobility difficulties, but I wanted to thank you for all the so very positive ways you mentioned that I hope might just help me to regain my own independence and mobility sooner rather than later. I could really identify too, with how you are feeling, but I’m going to try to go down the stairs more often, into my little garden, as a result of your positivity that you’ve gained from this experience. I too do a little art work in a corner of my apartment, and I can look out the window and watch the changing weather conditions, while I’m working, and at the back garden I hear a lot of birds chirping too. I hope you continue to make a speedy recovery, and can indeed benefit from gentle healing and some TLC. Maybe the rest and recuperation will do you good, and set you up to have a wonderful year thereafter. Sending kindest wishes, Maria
Just writing in my gratitude journal...keep the healing up lovely lady❤
Sending you warm healing energy, Miss Wendy. These last few years we've had all levels of traumas, lots of little ones, far too many of those middle sized ones, and some rather large life and livelihood threatening ones. I typically don't talk about all of it, but can't tell if I'm numb or suppressing. Like you, I try to put my focus on the lovely bits in life and occasionally take time to reflect on what these things are here to teach me so there is some level of working through, adjusting, and adapting. I have so much gratitude for the peaceful, calm, and contented parts of life and that's where I focus my energy these days. Wishing you all the best. Thank you for sharing your life with us. 💖✨
Take care of yourself! I can't wait until the days get longer and we don't have to worry about the sun going down when it's time to get off of work. I'm retired, but I still don't like driving at that time of day because of the dangers. Thanks for giving us an update. And your comment about watering your plant babies reminded me to water my plants!
Hi Wendy, glad to hear you’re on the mend. I know it’s cold in the UK but if you can get out in your garden in bare feet, even for a few minutes and do some earthing, that should help with your knees and your mental health. When I put my back out last year, I earthed at a park near us for just over an hour and I had 6 hours of being pain-free. It was wonderful. I can’t wait till I have a garden again so I can earth every day. 😊❤
So thankful your doing well, will be praying 🙏 for you to continue in your healing path. I got a bit of worrisome news yesterday. I only have one child shouldn't say child, she is 52. But she told me she has a lump in her throat. It hurts but not like a sore throat. She can actually feel it. Her little puppy climbs up to lick on it. And she lives far from me. She is by herself 😢. Please 🙏 for her.
Dearest Wendy, you are such a delightful soul, thank you for the visit. I am so tickled that you are healing well, very grateful. I enjoy your videos so much. Thank you for the spin around the garden as well. You have a beautiful corner of the world. Wishing you a continued peaceful and gracious mindset. May your needs and wants be supported by infinite supply.❤
Bless you Wendy, what a trauma!! You’re doing so well to gently look after yourself. Have to say your art space at home looks lovely and cosy too!! Beautiful footage of your garden, such a joy to hear the birds singing. ❤
I too have been through bad pain since the start of January, with first a swollen wrist, then a pulled shoulder, which was such a worry, living on my own with my dog, as I could hardly dress/undress. Then the wrist came up again, and then moved to the base of my thumb and forefinger. I rang the doctor, and she thought it may be carpel tunnel syndrome mixed with some osteoarthritis! The shoulder is much better now, and the thumb and forefinger seem to be getting better these last few days. I am always so thankful of my life, and this was a surprise out of the blue. I am so pleased that you are feeling a lot better now, and I do hope that you will feel like driving again in the future, as it is your freedom, as I have said before. I had to let my car go, as my anxiety would not let me go out in it, without being sick after about 10 mins of driving, and also there was no way I could afford to run a car now. So I stay at home, as I have done now since 2000, and only go out to walk Madge, or take the rubbish to the end of the lane. As long as I get the occasional human being to talk to, I am quite happy living this way. But I know you will want to get out and about as soon as you can, and hope that it can happen soon. Blessings and love and hugs, and a warm lick from Madge, from Jilly & Madge, in West Devon, England. xxx
Bless you Jilly and Madge. xxx
I hope you are able to utilize some sort of taxi service and get to places for groceries and other things. Sending you positive vibes
@@bobbid9168 I only go out of my house to walk my dog, and take the rubbish to the end of the lane, due to sever anxiety, so I get Waitrose to deliver my shopping, which costs me £4 for delivery. I hope that Wendy can do this whilst she is feeling wobbly, and is without a car, and James is not there? xxx
That should have read that I have not been out since 2020 - 4 years not going out in the world, and not 24 years! xxx
Beautiful update message Wendy and we're so grateful you're alright. These car accidents can happen in a flash and 'blinding sun' a real issue. I have started to wear mild sunglasses to cut the glare if it's too bright out. Take it gentle and slow, healing love to your knees and let the gratitude come over you each day - as you allow so well. Events like this have meaning and messages for us to grow, take heed, etc. I too have the Spirit animal Oracle...maybe some tea and a look at what the spirits have to share. xo
Dear Wendy..I send love ❤ and positive 😊 energy for your continued healing. Having a tea during an evening thunderstorm in Ontario Canada 🍁. Nature heals.! Beautiful garden. ❤❤❤.
Wendy, your message of healing is very timely for me right now. I am trying to heal from knee replacement surgery 4 weeks ago and I'm finding it a real challenge. A mental challenge as much as a physical one. Your encouraging words are so helpful and I thank you for taking the time in your healing to send out a lovely video. I hope your recovery will be quick, and that you get back to your normal life very soon. Thank you for just being here.
Oh Dear Friend Wendy, I'm so very sorry to hear of your mishap. I have been missing you terribly and was so pleased and excited to see a new post up! I am sending you many healing vibes and prayers. You bring such a peaceful joy to my day and I am grateful for you. Thank you as well for sharing your beautiful garden, it was lovely to see flowers blooming! I am in northern Minnesota, and while it has been strangely warm, with nearly no snow, we still have a couple of months before we see flowers blooming in our gardens. Again many hopes and prayers for a quick recovery and a peaceful heart and mind.
Love you so,
Tami
I'm so very grateful to the Universe that you are whole and hale and slowly getting better.
I'm chronically ill and not allowed to drive, so I understand the frustration you must be experiencing! Gratitude about all good things, and even not great things helps us heal and move on.
Your garden is literally everything. I was watching the birds flit about behind you before you went outside. What a lovely treat to see you today.
Blessings and love and sparkles to you, dear Wendy! ✨✨✨🫶
Yes life can change in a heartbeat. I am sitting beside my husband who is very ill and his time is short. Your video is so welcome❤❤❤
My dear Wendy I am sending you the softest hugs and healing energy your way for continued healthy body in the physical and mental well being. You keep doing what you are doing. Gratitude and self care is at the top of the list for wellness.
The garden is a sanctuary that will bring you so much delightful and peaceful moments and will make you smile. The hellebores are beautiful color in your garden, and the birds are just so very very happy. I have birdfeeders in my courtyard and I love to watch the antics of all of them as they make me laugh sometimes out loud. If at some point, you can get a little water fountain That you could either plug into an outside socket or if you get a lot of sun out there with a little solar fountain pump, the birds will love it and you’ll get so much joy from watching them get water in them. I have two in my courtyard, and while they can be a pain to clean, they’re worth every penny. I spent on them.
I am so thankful that you had such kind people surround you when you had your mishap, and that the gentleman that owned the van was kind and gentle and caring towards you as well. That helps in the feeling of inadequacy that you may have felt at the time of the accident. You were not stupid in anyway, and I know how that afternoon sun can be blinding, which for me when I go see my daughter in law and son and the family, I have a hat with a little bit of a brim that comes over my eyes, that kinda shades, the sun from blinding myself that works.to keep the sun from making it hard to see. Just something to think about.
I’ve slowly been getting caught up on stuff that I could not do when I was sick for 3 weeks with Covid, sorting stuff for charity shops, getting rid of duplicates or stuff not used in at least a couple of yrs, now going to write a list room by room that I want to accomplish over the next six months. Also a bit of art work, and been reading some too.
Take care my dear Wendy. Keep up with taking it easy but do get out a bit when you can. I find walking is good, fresh air important and I too am a homebody. I have to force myself to be around people sometimes, and so glad I have my little dog Lilly Rose to keep me company.
So glad James is so comforting and loving to you. He is a jewel of a man. God bless you and that your strength and courage along with your confidence continue to improve. Love and hugs to you. Hello to James too. ❤❤❤💫✨😘🤗🧚🏻🧚♀️🧚🏻♂️🌹🍀🙏🔥
Whenever my feathers get ruffled, I find solace in my gardens with the birds. They get me back in my heart and back in my body. I'm glad you have some bits of nature in which to take solace. Keep taking care of you, dear Wendy. You're doing great!
💖💖💖Sending much love and healing vibes to you -- and hubby!. I'm sure he's felt a bit of concern.💖💖💖
I am so sad to hear about your accident. But you are taking a wonderful attitude about it. I know that that takes a lot of self work. I have PTSD and in my studies I learned that the first thing that you have to do is to accept whatever it is that you are faced with then find an action that you want to take and then you take the action and you have done this beautifully. So proud of you. I am just getting over shingles that started the first of December and now I have sprained the muscles in my chest from coughing so hard. So I am having to learn like you how to rest my body because it's the only way they will get well. Do you know how many times you use the muscles in your chest love your new house and that sunroom is divine and the birds I love them. Blessings and love always from New Mexico
Here in Canada my garden still sleeps under its blanket of snow and ice. I loved seeing the flowers blooming in yours. The sun is shining today finally, glinting and sparkling on the snow. Take care.
Love your temporary home studio! It seems so peaceful and serene with beautiful surroundings. Take care of yourself and heal well ❤️
Dear Wendy, I've been missing you so was really happy to see you today. Car accidents are so awful - I've been blinded by the sun too but luckily nothing to run into. I think we who live with so many days in shade and rain have a harder time getting used to sun.
I love your new home and garden! You've made it so cozy and beautiful and a good place to rest. I've had plenty of times nursing bad knees - so can sympathize.
Love you - Happy Valentine's day❤
Hello Wendy 👋. You have spoken some wise words. I am so pleased your OK and going through the healing process at your own pace. What a beautiful little studio you have at home and over looking the garden. A perfect place to heal. I had a car miss hap 5 years ago, not my fault. Minor injuries but one lady mor severely. A person decided not to stop at temporary traffic lights. My doctor gave me some advice to get driving again as soon as you feel able. It is a scary experience but humour, gratitude, nature and love is 5he perfect medicine. Sending gentle hugs and healing vibes to you Wendy. ❤🙏💫🌈. We shall see you soon but when you feel ready X
Sending positive vibes Wendy 💫
Many years ago I had car trouble and left my car at my parent's so my dad could fix it. My mom let me borrow her car. Her dream car. Her baby. It was an 8 cylinder. A heavy front end and it shits and gets as they say. The on-ramps near their house are dubbed "death traps" because they give 10 feet to merge with traffic going mach 10, exaggerating of course. I had that same thing happen as you. I looked forward, everyone was hauling ass in front of me. I looked back to check oncoming traffic. I looked back forward, sun in my face, all cars in front halted to a complete stop just that fast. I ran into the car in front of me, a tin can compared to my mom's car, like a tank. I hit him so hard I pushed him into the truck in front of him. Also a tank. Totaled his souped up car, blew all his air bags. He screamed at me, "Why did you do it!:?!?!" He was so mad at me. The cops said I didn't even try to stop. (I didn't have time to even reflex.)
I totaled my mom's car. The front end was pushed back halfway up the body. We think if I hadn't had my seat belt on I might've gone through the windshield. I almost didn't wear it that day, but something told me to put it on. The EMTs made me go to the hospital, but I told them I was fine. I was. The wreck was so bad they made me go. Nobody got hurt though. Amazingly enough.
But the fear is real. After the hospital my family took me to see my mom's car. We all went to get her stuff out. On. the ride there the mini van we were in lurched and jumped with the highways we were on and it was all I could do not to freak out. My family could see the fear on me. I've rarely if ever borrowed another person's car since then. My family gave me shit for years, but it took me a long time to stop feeling bad about it. I used to be a more confident driver, but that changed me for life. I still get nervous when people tailgate. I think you have a great approach to healing. And James is right. You must go back out and face it as soon as possible. As soon as you can and are ready. Otherwise the fear will consume you. Keep downplaying it. It was an innocent mistake many people have made. You are still a fantastic driver, just a bit more careful now. But no less worthy of it. ❤🙏🏻
Aww, Wendy, it's such a shock to get in a wreck. Many years ago, when i was a brand new driver, someone was driving down the road with a telephone book on top of his car. I was so busy trying to let him know that i didn't see that the car in front of me had stopped, and i plowed right into him. It totally blew my confidence. I was also injured as well. It's such a horrible feeling. Sending you hugs.
Sending healing energy and comfort. My first ever car wreck was with "sun blindness" and running into the back of a parked car at a light. I 100% get it and understand. Something that seems like such a trivial mistake causing an accident really does errode your self confidence in driving. Like, if something so simple caused me to wreck, how am I going to handle a more dramatic situation? It is very difficult to explain. I was 17 years old and 30 years later, I am still a nervous driver because of it. ❤ you are not alone.
Such a lovely room and view for art or sewing or thinking❤
What a lovely room and your garden is cozy
Words have power, your in a good mindset, for your experience 🙏 here in Michigan I too am on the mend, but I have a good husband, so I too can rest easy. Blessings too Wendy 😊
Hi I am Carol and had a mishap to. Take all the time you need. Be in the moment and giggle all you can. I found looking after myself a totally new way to learn about myself and others around me. Just know you are the best person to concentrate on right now. Be the beautiful person I have come to know through your work. And thank you for your work as it has helped me though some of the trying days
Wendy Dear. When I had the same kind of "mishap", it took me a long time to understand the emotions that I struggled with. The 2 that took me longest to recover from were shame and guilt. We have to be able to give ourselves some slack and .....forgive. Forgive ourselves for making a mistake. We love you. I hope your knees get better soon and your heart sooner.
Take care. It’s scary. I did a similar thing a few years ago into the back of a bus. Now fully ok but just before Christmas I fell off a stepladder backwards and smacked my head on a coffee table. Have post concussion with headaches all the time for possibly 6 months. Life is precious we have to remember to be careful and take care. Enjoy your lovely garden and feel better soon. I love being home as well and doing some art certainly helps.
Oh Wendy, I was a little shocked to hear of your mishap and I am glad that you’re on the path of recovery. You are my go to content provider and above all human being when I Journal and sketch. There are times I just play your videos in the background when I create artwork or journal. You have the voice of an angel. Please listen to your husband and get back on the horse of life. If you don’t, you may start doubting if your are ever going to ride again. Thank you for sharing with us and get well soon.
Had to come out of lurk mode......
Do you SEE all the love being sent your way? Do you SEE how people feel connected to you (and James') life? You're blessed with so many precious folks who truly care about YOU--all of you.
So you keep tending to your knees and your brain pathways and know we're all sending love, light and healing to you from our little corner of the world.
And do know you're not along on the 'mishap' issue. Nor are you alone on the birdsong and rest.
Never alone, Wendy. Even if you're needing a break from the world wide web--folks are still thinking about you and sending positive thoughts and energy......and there ain't nothin' you can do about it! Hahahahaha!!
*hugs and giggles*
you are such an inspiration. You are exactly what I imagine my best friend would be and how I would like to be seen in the world, a little quirky, a little whimsical, full of joy and self-awareness, finding beauty wherever you may go. I was in an accident 2 years ago where I rear-ended the person in front of me at a red light and every month when I have to pay my higher insurance premium I am reminded of my distracted mind and how it hurts me still to this day. I try to combat it with all the times I have driven and haven't gotten in an accident but having that one can surely through you for a loop. I am sorry you are having to deal with that. I wish you the best of luck buying a new to you car. Next month I will be doing the same. I have been under a creative block since last October when I had 3 fairs in a row not sell anything at all. I sort of gave up and decided the world didn't want what I created. I have been struggling since to get my mojo back but it hasn't been easy. Your videos inspire me to do more, to be more, to create more, to live my life more, and to be more of my freaky fairy self. We are all unique and I wouldn't want to be a boring unique so I look to people like you to inspire me to be whimsical unique. Welcoming, inclusive, creative, fun, and just yummy! Thank you so much for sharing your world with me. I feel they are personal letters from a lifelong friend and I honor each video with my full attention and appreciation. I'm working on shining up my light so it's a little brighter, clearer, and full of color. Thank You for inspiring me to be a better version of myself than the default, oh poor me, life is so hard, nobody likes me, kind of thoughts I battle every day.
I have nightmares about it being too bright to see. In Maine, there are times in the winter where the sun will reflect off of the ice on the road and its blinding. I'm so sorry you had this experience, but I love the way you're managing your recovery and I'm so glad there were compassionate people present to help you. Feel better soon!
Dearest One, I am so grateful your injuries were not worse. Car accidents are scary! Shakes the soul besides the physical. I’ve watched you for years. So I know you know the way to heal with rest as needed and gently bringing yourself back. “Cocoon when you need to.” Sending light and love and my own fairies🧚🏻♀️🧚🧚♂️🧚🏻♀️ to bring you back to great health, mentally and physically, at your own speed. Xoxo Anne ❤ ❤
I'm so glad you are healing well from your unfortunate mishap. Something good usually comes out of something bad. Driving into the Sun is dangerous. It was so nice that the people who assisted you were so kind especially the owner of the van. I wish you continued healing. You have been especially blessed with James. It just shows you what a sweet person you are. Stay well and safe. Love your garden and the birds. Hugs. ❤
omg so glad your okay! Yes those Twilight hours are a dangerous time,both for drivers & people like me who walk. I make it a habit to walk to my grocery store in the evening to avoid the Horizon Glare that could prevent a driver from seeing me. I’m healing too, recovering from a Seasonal Sinus Headache, I just moved too about 200miles across NY State, & my head is adjusting to the new elevation. ❤have a Great Valentine’s Day!
A few days before Christmas I was driving back home late in the evening after running lots of errands. I was exhausted and had a headache. All of a sudden, while I was waiting for green light at a traffic intersection, for one split second my brain confused red with green and I proceeded forward only to quickly pull back after realizing that I almost got myself into a total disaster! I was in shock and couldn't believe that something like that could ever happen to me! My heart was jumping out of my chest! We should always find parking and take a nap in the car when we are tired, we should never drive when we are exhausted! Just like you, I had some sort of ptsd after this. I came home, prayed to God and gave thanks for my life and that I didn't harm anyone else's life. It took a month to drive comfortably again, I was too cautious and constantly on the lookout.
Dear Wendy, how nice to hear that your healing process has started well. So nice that you have a garden so that you can enjoy mother nature and (just like me) get a lot of strength, positivity and inspiration from it. Take your time and enjoy this process, it's all part of it. Lots of recovery and love from the Netherlands❤🖌️🎨🖍️🌞
Dear Wendy, bless you and I’m grateful that you’re able to heal and rest. Your little home studio with the sun shining in looks lovely. I’m pleased you have the birds for company and the garden does look like a wonderful space. Love to you xx
Hey Wendy, wishing you a speedy recovery! So wise to prevent the PTSD, I mean as adults we do have the ability. When I broke my leg on the Roller Derby Team 10 years ago, loud noises, seeing people fall was very triggering. But now I'm fine - I even went rock climbing once I was healed up and over 50, LOL. Danger girl, that's me! Thanks for giving us an update! Back to the greenhouse I go to start winter sowing! Enjoy the sun and the birds!
hi tracy xx love you danger girl aspect! xxxx
I must say the Universe knew what it did on the timing of this move. What a lovely difference of a place for you to heal from the mishap - surrounded by loveliness, lots of light and the sound of little birds to send you joy.
Praying 🙏 your better soon Wendy. Art is great therapy take your time to heal. So thankful you have your garden watching birds are great. It’s been very windy up here today north east Scotland my bird table blew over birds are ok. Love the music in your video.
Stay strong - be well.
My husband had a car mishap about week and a couple days ago. I am trying to help him heal. Nobody really thinks about the mental healing much, but it really is a big deal. Blessings to you.❤
My brother did that while he was riding a bike… Don’t feel stupid at all. Accidents happen, at any time, in so many different ways. I am sending you SO much light and love for your healing journey 💙💙
Oh my goodness, so sorry to hear about your mishap, glad you are recuperating. I know SO many people going through really big life changes right now. I have developed a rather serious condition that currently does not have a why or an easy fix, and than many doctors aren't even aware of (MCAS) but yes so MUCH staying in the gratitude! I found an incredible community of knowledgeable people on Reddit who have been so helpful and kind in sharing their knowledge. Life is a journey for sure.
I am very sorry to hear about your accident but so glad your injuries are healing. Yes, each day we have so many things to get grateful for. I had a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (not a heart attack) 7 years ago and was given a 5-7% chance of surviving. Continue to take really good care of yourself. ❤
Healing wishes Wendy and lots of love. My disabled husband fell down the stairs 4 weeks ago and is still in hospital. I am worried about how I will cope looking after him when he comes home.
Having a car accident, is scary and it is traumatizing, but we all have been in one, I don't know anyone who hasn't. Life is full of ups and downs, thankfully you have James to be there for you which we know is so important. One day at a time.
Hi Wendy, I find you a very calming person to listen to. I am sorry to hear of your accident but glad you were largely unhurt and no one else hurt either. We have a gentle hill from our house and I have to dip down low to see where I’m going at this time of year, even worse if there is frost as well as sun. Your bird feeder seems to be popular; ours remains unvisited these last two months (popular with the resident garden squirrel though). I have given up trying to chase the squirrel and put out things for him on our wall so he leaves the bird feeder for the birds….hopefully. Wishing you a speedy recovery xx
I so enjoyed watching your foray into the garden. Thank goodness you are okay and healing. Sometimes the universe warns us to slow down and focus. And it is painful.
Glad to hear you are coming along. SO lovely to see your backyard, some blooms, and the sweet birds. That is for sure very healing. Take good, gentle care. xo
Peace and speedy healing. Your garden is delightful ❤
Love, light, healing, breathhhheeee, slowly, slowly ❤❤❤
I live in FL, USA. I end up driving into the sun way too often and quite understand the sun blinding. I'm so sorry for your mishap... they can be his you said and the words we use to describe experiences are so important. I'm glad you are mostly OK.
Oh Wendy, I've been wondering where you've been, I check everyday to see if there have been any videos from you, I figured your probably just having a much deserved break from vlogging. Thankgoodness you've come through this mishap. A lesson to as all to drive to current conditions, I live ruraly in Australia and have Kangaroos, log trucks, and stock on the roads. So happy to see and hear your voice again. Sending hugs and my love.
Oh dear Wendy! I fell in November. I was alone. I think I fainted. I hurt my knees, too. A simple fall can change you as we get older. I'm glad you are doing better.
So glad to hear you are alright!! That must have been so scary! Sounds you are taking the necessary steps t heal and be in the right “ mind” space. Be well dear Wendy; and as always thanks for helping us keep the light shining bright! Sending you gentle hugs and issues from Florida! ❤❤❤🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Kia Ora Wendy from down under New Zealand. Sending healing blessings to you. Its
a pleasure to have a little garden of bird visitors. Sometimes just a few minutes of company is bliss
My daughter was in a five car pile up this last week and was in the middle of the domino effect. Smashed behind others behind her. Then pushed into her and pushed her into another.
I hope you are well as she is facing about the same knees, a little neck and is so scared as she is only 16 and been driving for little over a months or so. We will keep you in our prayers. Wishing you a Beautiful new car and a speedy recovery friend♡♡
So happy you’re ok and feeling better ❤ blessings
Such a good story, and encouragement all the way, it's great to share not only the lovely things but also the shocks and mishaps, so glad you are taking good care of yourself and mending .❤❤
Wendy, I'm so sorry to hear of your car accident. The sun blindness is so scary, I can't even imagine what a shock you must have experienced. Take life slowly, enjoy your garden and the birds melodies.Please take care of yourself. You're such a ray of sunshine xx
Many beautiful healing blessings to you Wendy. Love and light. ❤
Bless you Wendy, keep strong and shining as you always do. 💚
Those car mishaps can be so unsettling. Glad you emerged relatively unscathed and healing with giggles. Laughter is a great medicine. Hugs.
Wishing you a speedy recovery 🙏
I'm so glad you are doing okay. Sending healing vibes your way. 💜
Sending a huge hug and so thankful you weren't seriously hurt. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Praying you are all well soon, Wendy! So glad to see your light shining!
And thank you for showing up here and share with us 💞
Ahhh Wendy, I had a clue from seeing some videos out of order, that something “untoward” had happened….I had to circle back to understand what you might be going through. I had the same blinded by the sun many years ago, hit a parked car, but really was fine physically, thankfully. It still rattles you. I’m sorry this happened…..disruptions in our lives can be so hard, so unsettling. Good for you that you are practicing self compassion, taking care of yourself, and feeling better day by day. You have so many pulling for you….be well.
Aw Wendy , glad you are managing to heal in your own gentle way, sending hugs 💕
We are all rooting for you and wish you a full recovery ❤