CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 I haven't cycled all week as I have had problems with my shoulder but as that has all but cleared up and seeing as how I woke today to find a glorious morning very similar to our spring days, I decided to go out and enjoy. I went to Kos Town and it was all going wonderfully well. The sun was shining, my shoulder was free from pain and there were lots of females to look at. Yes, it was going swimmingly up until I got to a busy junction. I decided the easiest way to cross would be to go down the wrong side (traffic coming towards me) and then cross over at a less busy part. This was fine until I decided to cross. As soon as I pushed off, a car came round the slight bend (yes, I stupidly did this on a bit of a bend) heading straight for me. I veered out of the way but too late and...bang! I hit the side of the car and in the process managed to take out the wing mirror with my hand! I then ended up going arse over head into the kerb and finally landed with a thud against a tree. Luckily for me, the female driver stopped and took me to the hospital where they found I had broken 2 knuckles and also had 2 more breakages further up the hand. I also needed lots of stitches in various cuts but, all in all, I really was a lucky chappy. So, here I am feeling a mixture of pain, relief and self misery - but mainly counting my lucky stars that I am still around to tell the tale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiten55 Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 jeez mate, you certainly dont do things by halves do you glad your ok tho bud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Glad you are ok (sort of).... H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Poor car I'm guessing it's a write-off? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 sorry to hear this mate, (but feck me i did chuckle, i have this image in my head now) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 Poor car I'm guessing it's a write-off? Bitch TBH, it did have a lot of dents. The mirror completely off and the front door pillar had a hell of a dent too. I have to wait now for the cost of repair Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godmutha Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 hope youre not too bad hunny... take care of yourself... xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyT Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Ouch, cringe. Glad your ok but please don't make a habit of this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 Ouch, cringe. Glad your ok but please don't make a habit of this. Don't worry, it's definitely not a career move! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 sorry to hear this mate, (but feck me i did chuckle, i have this image in my head now) And, to top it all, it was my right hand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 hope youre not too bad hunny... take care of yourself... xxx I need someone like you here now to give me cuddles and sympathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godmutha Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 I need someone like you here now to give me cuddles and sympathy Aww sweetie...if I could, I'd be on the next plane to look after you I might come visit ya soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 Aww sweetie...if I could, I'd be on the next plane to look after you I might come visit ya soon As I have said to loads off the forum, "my house is your house". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Sorry to hear that Col, hope it wont inconvienence you too much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BASHTHEBISHOP Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 And, to top it all, it was my right hand Use the other hand for a while will be like having a new woman:d Ouch. Glad your ok though. Charlie says never cross the road on a bend when a female driver is heading in your direction;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godmutha Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 As I have said to loads off the forum, "my house is your house". How are you feelin now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 Sorry to hear that Col, hope it wont inconvienence you too much Ambidexterity is a wonderful thing eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 How are you feelin now? Given that I don't have any painkillers yet, not too bad actually. Like I said, it could have been a lot worse so a couple of broken bones is acceptable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godmutha Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Given that I don't have any painkillers yet, not too bad actually. Like I said, it could have been a lot worse so a couple of broken bones is acceptable. Make sure you get some in the house today though... cause it'll be when you wake up in the mornin that's the killer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burna Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 As I have said to loads off the forum, "my house is your house". I'm on my way, but I'm not helping you out with the right hand situation! I'm also guessing the tree is no more along with the car Hope you heal soon mate, how are the knees holding up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 Make sure you get some in the house today though... cause it'll be when you wake up in the mornin that's the killer. I don't think the pharmacy is open tonight but I am lucky that my neighbour has some to "lend" me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 I'm on my way, but I'm not helping you out with the right hand situation! I'm also guessing the tree is no more along with the car Hope you heal soon mate, how are the knees holding up? LOL, the old tree did take a bit of a bashing. It is surprising how much damage a body that is a tad over 10 stone does when it is hurled at you like an exocet The knees have been great Bernard. I reckon the climate and healthier eating have helped a lot but the real test will come over winter when I cook more at home and the colder weather starts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 As this picture fresh from the scene shows it appears CJ was actually going to extraordinary lengths to meet local babes. Glad to know you are okay though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted November 11, 2007 Author Share Posted November 11, 2007 Oh I wish! I have bigger thighs than he has a chest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted November 11, 2007 Share Posted November 11, 2007 Sorry to hear that Colin. Glad your ok though matey. :) BTW: Which hand, left or right. I'd be distraught without my right hand and the internet. I have always said. Accidents during exercise are more deadly than heart diseases itself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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