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Angel Sweet Angel…..

Let me tell you about my day…… It began at Bellevue Hospital,waiting for the dreaded “boob squishing”, otherwise known as a mammogram.  I know it is a small price to pay for a test that can save your life, so willingly I take off my top and put on the hospitalgown that smelled like fabric softener. I was next – she called my name into the small, dark room.  She was vibrant and full of life, adorable,petite stature, make-up, hair and nails all accenting her naturally goodlooks.  She asked my name and thenstarted talking so fast I thought my head would spin off.  You know now with the brain injury, it isharder for me to follow along like I used too. I asked her to slow down so it would be easier for me tounderstand.  She graciously began tospeak slower – I told her of my injury and she was clearly concerned.  As I disrobed in the darkened room to beginthe exam – I spoke of the accident, my son and the calling for me to start theJust Drive Campaign.  The exam waited aswe spoke to one another, connecting to each other.  I asked her to promise me that she would JustDrive – “pinkie swear” I said, like a child back in grade school – and shedid.  She hugged me and I hugged herback.  She told me that she would bedifferent from that day on – be more aware while driving.  I told her that is all that I ask.  We finished the exam and as I dressed andwalked from that room.   She said my name is Angel – remember Angel!  I told her I will remember her.  Angel – Angel,  I said to my self and said a prayer for her tobe safe out there and that we – Angel and me can maybe save a life!  Sometimes, I think we are held back by…”Whatcan I do” little old me – “How can I make a difference?”  We can, each one of us….Me, you, Angel,  by simple acts of kindness, paying attentionwhen we drive,  telling someone you lovethem – these are the chances to make a difference.  We may not move the mountain all today, butwe can move the stones, one by one and eventually we can move that mountain. Sohere is your chance to make a difference – start today, tell them about Just Drive becauseyou love them and want them to be safe and maybe YOU can save a life!  I appreciate you and your time.  As always, I wish you peace and joy in yourlife and remember to Just Drive!