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I feel so down after the accident. My chest is so sore and black and blue and the doctor has given me extra
strong pain killers..
I have a gorgeous brand new Peugeot 209 as a courtesy car but I am frightened to drive it.
I just want to doze off all the time.
I must try and pull myself together tomorrow.
Don feels the same I think but he will never talk about things.
lissie.

No emoticons as I find them difficult on IPad.

Lissie really I think this is all perfectly understandable, you must give yourselves time.
It was a horrible, frightening accident and you need time to recover.

It's not long enough yet, you're a tough cookie and won't let it beat you but be kind to yourself for a few more days.
If you need shopping, get a taxi just for now - and let your family know how you're feeling too x

Yes as dif says it's a terrible shock no wonder you are scared to drive
Let your family and friends help
In fact ask for help don't bottle it up
Get lifts and make o h come out with you
Take care xxx
Forgot to say the pain killers will make you tired and sleepy

I do agree with Di, you need to be kind to yourself, but like all things as you get older (and please forgive me for saying that) but I have seen it with my stepmum and my friends mum, it is so easy to lose your confidence. Don't go far. Just start the car to start with, and sit in it. Then depending how you feel try to make yourself drive just up and down the road to start with. Somewhere really easy so nothing can frighten you. Wait until the soreness has worn off though, as without the painkillers you may feel a lot better

Lissie, I was going to say what Saundra said about the painkillers. Depending on type and dose they cane make you drowsy.

I also think Shell's idea about just sitting in the car with the engine running and after a while going round the block during a quiet period will help. However, do not go till your chest has recovered, and you need to give that time to heal.

Can only repeat what all the others have said Lissie.

Have a gentle hug, both of you.

(((((Lissie))))))

You've had some wonderful advice on here already, so nothing much to add here except to say that I agree with it - you are a very strong lady, and I am sure you will overcome your fears once you feel a little better Sending hugs and love (((((((((x)))))))))))

Lissie - I hope you soon begin to feel much much better. Take it easy.

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Everyone else has given you great advice, Lissie, so I will just send you a huge gentle hug ((((((((Lissie))))))))