akaGQ 0 #1 January 13, 2003 Well the diagnosis wasnt too bad. Him and his gf sufered a minor concussion due to the impact and the airbag and hes got a broken rib and she has a broken leg do to the collapse of the firewall below the passenger side concole. And aside from the bruises and short term memory loss of my brother the doctor says that everything will be ok in time. As for the asshole drunk that hit them. The subject was a 76 year old man with three prior DUI offenses, had no liscense, no insurance no anything. We considered a suit but the cost of the lawyer would run more money than the old man actually had so the bills and expenses will have to come through our insurance and such. And Im not that satisfied that he may spend 6 months or a year and then get paroll over all of this. But I guess its really not my descision. Im just thankful that it wasnt any worse. Thanx to all of you that have had there fingers crossed and prayed for me and my family. I love you all. Blue Skies, Mark McDowell- GQ ... it was the love of the air and sky and flying, the lure of adventure, the appreciation of beauty ... -Charles Lindberg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessd 0 #2 January 13, 2003 Very good to hear! "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,589 #3 January 13, 2003 That's good news. Not the best, but very good nonetheless. Hopefully the man will not be able to replace his (hopefully totalled) car. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Push 0 #4 January 13, 2003 +grates his teeth in anger+ Condolences to everyone involved except that drunk. Good to hear that your brother and his gf will recover. -- Toggle Whippin' Yahoo Skydiving is easy. All you have to do is relax while plummetting at 120 mph from 10,000' with nothing but some nylon and webbing to save you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JJohnson 0 #5 January 13, 2003 Too cool that they are not seriously injured. Count the blessings you can. JJJJ "Call me Darth Balls" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #6 January 13, 2003 Hope he gets better soon. He's in my thoughts and prayers. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiverbob 0 #7 January 13, 2003 You need to file on him for expenses incurred, you never know what the old asshole has in his estate or may come into. If a judgement is rendered you will be able to get something, most states allow self filing for anything under $5000.00.Who Dares Wins Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pds 0 #8 January 13, 2003 take care and best wishes. bottom line is that everyone is still breathing. keep that in mind and all the rest becomes secondary.namaste, motherfucker. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #9 January 13, 2003 Great news on your brother! So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #10 January 13, 2003 Good news about yer Bro and if I ever see the old fucker at an AA meeting I will sock him for you.dropdeded pcss#26 ------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #11 January 13, 2003 Hey, that's the best news. Really and truly happy for you. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #12 January 13, 2003 Thank God there were no brain injuries. my bro is still recovering from one due to an accident back in march 2002. Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #13 January 13, 2003 Glad to hear they are ok and that it wasn't any worse. Hope they heal soon.Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
suz 0 #14 January 13, 2003 This brings me back vivid memories. I had two close mates in a bad smash. Driver was drunk.(he was my mate and still is) My other mate was in intensive care for a few months.(is not talking to me anymore) They were best mates. Life sucks sometimes.BUT!!!!! on a happier note. HE SURVIVED! Don't bother me, I'm living happily ever after Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
