OUCHThat made my leg hurt just reading it. That can really shake a person up. I'm glad to hear you got back in the saddle again though. It takes time.
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05-07-2011, 03:51 AM #1
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05-07-2011, 04:32 AM #2
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EEK!! Glad you saved yourself from anything worse this time around, but I can't imagine how you must've felt as you were falling! Now that the cursed shorts are gone I'm sure your rides will all go wonderfully.
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05-07-2011, 05:40 AM #3
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You way need to change your route!
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05-07-2011, 05:46 AM #4
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I know I would have shed a lot of tears in that situation! So glad you were able to get back on the bike and make it home. Hope things will look better after a good rest...
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05-07-2011, 06:13 AM #5
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Rest up and look after yourself. Stupid shorts!
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05-07-2011, 06:45 AM #6
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I think the psychological traumas take a lot longer to heal than the physical ones, as serious as a broken back is. Be kind to yourself. The fact that you got on your bike and road home is a testament to how mentally strong you are, as well as physically.
You're my hero today!
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05-07-2011, 07:17 AM #7
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Oh Clockwork.. glad you're shaken and not broken.
I think a good temper tantrum would be in order. Like only a 2 yr old can throw.
New cycling shorts are definitely in order. In a nice cheery color. Like from here: http://www.aerotechdesigns.com/wildprintspandex.htm
Not that I'm brave enough to wear them..
Hope you get to feeling better!Beth
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05-07-2011, 07:55 AM #8
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Clockwork so glad you are okay! My daughter had a bad crash about 4 years ago and she still has issues coming down a hill.
Get a pair of new shorts! Dang shorts anyway! 
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05-07-2011, 08:03 AM #9
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Cheers for the good wishes.
I woke up with various aches and pains this morning, so had a bit of a lazy day and I went off for a sleep this afternoon and slept for 2 1/2 hours!!!
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Thanks for the link for the shorts, I think the purple shorts are a good idea, they will match the bruises.
What I did notice was this top:
How cool is this, ashame it's only for children.
Thinking about getting stabilisers.
My partner is now laughing at the thought of when I have to use a Zimmer frame and he suspects I will probably fall off that.
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