Is God Bigger Than A Bus?

October 7, 2009

My son Josh was an atheist, before he was knocked over by a coach. I’ve always believed that it’s best to let him make his own mind up. And after all, atheist is better than satanist, or whatever it is that Marilyn Manson is trying to influence teenagers to be nowadays.

But he does go to church once a month, so he’s allowed to go to BB club. So, he dragged himself out of bed early for the church service, the day before the bus hit him.

And when the nurse asked him what religion he was yesterday – he admitted he was confused. He just can’t believe a bus hit him and he survived – not just a little bus but a bloody big coach. So someone must have been looking out for him.

Yes, he is in a lot of pain and it’s early days but Joshua is just grateful he is alive and so are we. The base of his skull is fractured, the front of his brain is bruised, he has damage to his lung, two broken ribs and lots of gravel rash, cuts and bruises. But he is alive and that is all that matters.

I told him that lots of people have been sending good wishes and praying for him and he is so grateful, because he knows that all that praying must have worked. How else could he have survived a collision with a bloody big bus?

And there is one more thing he is certain about – he will never ride a bicycle without a helmet again. It was only a quick journey, to return something he’d borrowed from a friend. But even on a short journey, accidents can happen.

So, if you have kids, I hope you share Josh’s story. He was very lucky but the damage to his skull and brain could have been avoided, if he’d been wearing a helmet. And I know wearing a helmet might not seem cool – but neither is being in hospital, or worse.

I’m off to the hospital again now but I’d like to say a really big thank you to everyone who helped at the scene of the accident and those who have sent prayers and good wishes – it really is appreciated.

Posted by cathlawson | Filed Under Misc

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20 Responses to “Is God Bigger Than A Bus?”

Akemi - Yes to Me on October 7th, 2009 4:27 pm

Cath,
I’m very sorry to hear about your son’s accident. It does sound quite miraculous to survive a crash with a bus!
Take care,
Love & Light,
Akemi

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Davina on October 7th, 2009 5:06 pm

I’ve been thinking of Josh and of you Cath. I don’t have children, but can imagine how intense this experience has been for you. It sounds like Josh is in good hands and will recover. Take care of yourself too. Hugs.

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Brad Shorr on October 7th, 2009 5:22 pm

Cath, I’m relieved to hear your son is going to recover. An experience like that can’t help him and those close to him reevaluate anything and everything we take for granted. And yes, God is bigger than a bus. Take care, get well, and be well.

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Steve Errey - The Confidence Guy on October 7th, 2009 7:13 pm

A horrible thing to have happened, and I’m sure you just want hin to be better already. It sounds like things are going in the right direction – you must be so relieved.

I’ll send good thoughts too.

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Betsy Wuebker on October 7th, 2009 7:46 pm

Wow, what a trooper! I was so happy to read this update. A brush like this is a game-changer. Josh seems like an intuitive, contemplative young man, and it will be interesting to hear not only how he is recuperating, but what he’s taken away from the matter to move ahead with his life. Thanks, Cath – good thoughts rolling toward you and your family.

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vered on October 7th, 2009 9:08 pm

I’m so glad you updated the blog today. I was going to email you. I am keeping you in my thoughts and wish Josh a speedy, full recovery.
Joanna Young on October 7th, 2009 9:17 pm

What a relief. Thanks for letting us know

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Patricia on October 7th, 2009 9:27 pm

Sending healing thoughts to Josh and the whole family. My daughter and I did notice that very few bike riders had helmets on during out UK trip and those that did were the Italian’s we visited with in Scotland.

My husband’s work partner was attacked by a dog last year…and came off his bike at about 45 miles per hour….his helmet shattered but not his head…..he had a wee concussion and huge other broken bones and road rash…..They are helmet fanatics now….

sometimes it does not even take a bus…

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Robin on October 8th, 2009 5:44 am

Hi Cath – I know I shouldn’t laugh at a time like this, but the way you express yourself makes me laugh. And I can laugh – with relief – because I am so glad he is okay. It was very serious! I’m glad Josh finds comfort from knowing that we are all thinking of him.

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wilhb81 on October 8th, 2009 6:38 am

OMG, I’m so sorry to hear it, Cath. By the way, I’ve prayed for Joshua and hoped he’ll recover pretty soon!

May god bless you and your family.

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Chris Peterson on October 8th, 2009 10:24 am

Hey Cath,
I am glad to know he’s all right. I hope recovers from all his exterior & inner injuries quickly. I am glad to see that he is taking this incidence so positively, which would definitely help him in long run, for sure.

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Marelisa on October 9th, 2009 2:25 am

Hi Cath: I’m glad that Josh is out of the woods. He’s right to be awed by the fact that he survived such a dangerous collision; it definitely sounds like he has someone watching out for him.

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Dot on October 9th, 2009 8:46 pm

What an interesting young man you have there! I’m so relieved to hear that he’s survived, and will keep him and you in my thoughts, hoping for the best recovery possible. I’ve been sick and today ’s the first day I checked back. So glad to see some positive news — and hope it continues that way! xoxo Dot

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Jannie Funster on October 10th, 2009 7:12 pm

Oh my God, I did not know until just now.

Kelly fractured her elbow the other day and that was kind of disconcerting but I cannot imagine your life these days.

Josh must have lot of love and light yet to bring into the world.

Will be thinking of and checking in on you.

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Barbara Ling, Virtual Coach on October 13th, 2009 9:26 am

So glad he’s going to be okay!!! Lots of healing thoughts winging their way to your side of the world.

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Cath Lawson on October 14th, 2009 11:52 am

Thanks everyone for your kind words and thoughts. Josh has been very lucky and he is making a good recovery.

Patricia – it sounds like the helmet saved your husband’s friend. It is true what you say about the UK – you tend to see more people without helmets than with. The prices have come down a lot now, so hopefully we’ll see a lot more people wearing them in the future.

Jannie – With not being about, I didn’t know about Kelly’s elbow either. I bet that hurt a lot – it’s bad enough when you just bump your elbow. I hope she makes a speedy recovery.

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Lim C.W. on October 19th, 2009 7:20 am

May Josh have a speedy recovery.

Trust in the Lord always.

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Kim Woodbridge on October 21st, 2009 5:00 pm

Oh Cath – I’m so glad he’s ok! This is what I get for not keeping up – I had no idea this had happened.

They make really cool helmets now – I hate wearing them too and forced myself to buy a badass one yesterday.

I’m so glad that he is going to be fine.

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cath lawson's daughter on November 5th, 2009 11:33 am

tah 4 deleting ma comment mum!
cathlawson on November 7th, 2009 1:02 am

Thanks Lim.

Thanks Kim – I saw some really cool helmets in a skateboarding shop and the guy said they’re great to use on bikes also, so I might get him one of those.

Hi Jess – I didn’t delete your comment. You left it on a different post – Sometimes It Doesn’t Seem Right To Write