Thank goodness she survived. What a terrifying birthday post (5 minutes in.)

How terrifying! Thank God she is ok!

Oh my goodness! So very thankful that Michelle is home and hopefully not too sore from the trauma. May it be a very happy birthday indeed. And I second your plea, having lost my Dad & a cousin to drunk driving stupidity, please do not drive when you’ve been drinking.

I’m so glad she’s okay! What a scare.

Oh Alison! I’m glad she’s alive and will heal. Sending healing prayers to all involved and their families. Big hugs to Michelle.

I’m so relieved! I know that heart-stopping phone call. Our youngest dd called one Sunday evening last summer, “Mom, I’m ok but I’ve stopped all the traffic on the MassPike.” Bless that 15-year-old Camry that crumpled around her!
We immediately drove 2 hours in heavy traffic to pick her up and rescue as much of her stuff as we could from her totaled car.
The distracted mom and 2 kids in the car that rear-ended her at 70 mph into a jersey barrier were pretty banged up. Fortunately, nothing like the fatal accident your dd was involved in, but no matter the age, they’re still our kids!
And we’re so lucky this holiday season to all still have each other!

I am so happy that she is okay—-blessed holidays to you all

Thanking God for your daughter’s safe return to you…

Amen. Thank goodness all is well.

Oh my goodness Alison! You experienced a parent’s worst nightmare but did indeed received the greatest gift that your daughter is OK. I’m so happy for you–it puts EVERYTHING ELSE into perspective. And my heart breaks for the parents who weren’t so fortunate.

So glad your daughter is safe. Like you said, that is the best gift that you get to take her home.

Happy Birthday!

Oh my goodness – what a shock to you all.

Much love to those first responders, who, in spite of having to cope with an awful scene, thought it important enough to reassure your dear daughter that it was not her fault.

It’s never more clear that, on your birthday and in this holiday season, we should celebrate life.

Oh my. Oh my. That is totally all I can think of. Thank goodness she is at home and ok. She is, right? Other than all of you getting over the trauma of the incident, I mean. What a start to your birthday!

For the love of God, I’m so glad she’s ok…here’s hoping for a swift recovery. I hope i can hug you inperson before I leave.

So glad that Michelle will be ok.
Praying also for the family of the driver who will not.
It only takes an instant.

What a heart retching moment. We are praying for Michelle, you, your family and the families of those involved in the accident. It sounds like heaven was watching Michelle. We are so glad she will recover.

So glad to hear that she is OK and coming home and her only worry was no chocolate for your birthday! Hopefully Michelle will recover completely and quickly, and the rest of your birthday was more normal. Prayers indeed to the families of the others involved.

Cars can be replaced … people, not so much. Glad she is ok. Have a blessed birthday.

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Oh my goodness Alison.
I was just sitting here addressing envelopes, when I felt compelled to look at Facebook because I remembered a dear friend’s birthday….and there you were, at the top of the page, telling this story.
I am so very grateful that your daughter is alright….I am praying that there may be no after effects.
Much love to all of you, and happy happy birthday to you! Careful hugs all around!! (((((Hugs)))))

Oh my goodness, I’m glad she’s okay!

Virtual hugs and chocolate to all of you.

I’m very glad she is doing alright. I hope the rest of your birthday is going better. *hugs*

Very glad she is okay, but what heart-stopping anxiety for you all. An extra layer of relief and sadness to your birthday. Hope chocolate is forthcoming!

Oh, Alison, I’m so glad she is all right. We have had two traffic fatalities in Nashua this past week (black ice), and I’m especially mindful of how quickly things can change. A VERY Happy Birthday to you (and relieved and grateful, as well). Much love.

Adding my prayer of gratitude for Michelle and your family to those already sent your way. Sending a prayer of comfort to the family of the person who lost their life in the accident.

I hope you had more pleasant surprises coming throughout your birthday. Sending hugs your way.

Oh Alison, I had no idea that Michelle was in a car accident. I held my breath as I read your blog. I am so happy that she is home with you. Sending hugs and prayers to you and your family. Should I send you chocolate?

Oh! Oh!

Shema Israel, Adonai elhohanu,Adonai ehaD”

Oh, this came so close to being so bad. My prayers of gratitude are flying along with the hope that there will not be any other effects.

love to you all from the Irwins.

So relieved your girl is alright. Very sad for the driver’s family.

So glad she’s alive. Happy birthday in more ways than one…

Oh, my heavens!!! I’m so very glad Michelle is ok. Happy birthday to you, and hugs and prayers to your family!

Being behind in my blog reading doesn’t make this less powerful. Sadly, some family here had a similar experience this morning, only one of the innocents didn’t make it.

I’m so glad you had plenty to celebrate on Friday and I apologize for being late to wish you a happy birthday.