Editor:
I would like to say a very heartfelt thank you to the many kind people who pulled over to help me when I crashed my motor scooter swerving to avoid oncoming traffic around a bend in Sandy Hook on April 26. I unfortunately don’t remember any of your faces, let alone names, but I do remember a woman telling me not to move as she called an ambulance for me. I believe it was her vehicle I almost hit, and I offer my sincerest apology for not taking that turn slowly enough and undoubtedly scaring the daylights out of you. I was released from the hospital after a couple of hours with only bruises and a loose rib, and as of today, the 1st of May, I’m well on the mend. Thank you so much for taking care of me.
Many thanks also to the young men who I am told picked up my scooter and brought it back to where I was staying; it appears to be in working order pending a checkup at my mechanic and it was such a relief to hear it had been taken care of. I don’t know what I would have done without you!
Finally thank you to my friend Pat Moore who happened to drive by the scene and coordinated the return of my belongings and vehicle and for telling me who I needed to thank. I understand the accident looked a lot worse than it was and I deeply regret causing such upset. I’d like to let everyone know that I’m OK and that although I don’t really remember much after I crashed, I will never forget the kindness so many strangers showed me at that vulnerable moment. I would also like to acknowledge the prompt, compassionate care I received from the paramedics (thank you for not cutting my favourite boots off!) and hospital staff, who were all lovely. I cherish the community we have here on the Sunshine Coast and I will be sure to pay it forward every chance I get, and I promise I will take my turns more slowly when I’m back on the road.
One last thing – to my fellow two-wheeled vehicle riders: my leather jacket, sturdy denim, and quality helmet saved me a lot of skin and injury. Please wear proper gear on every ride and take it slow on our scenic winding roads. Stay diligent, stay safe out there!
Michelle Lefevre, Davis Bay
