A big OUCH!

[channlluv]

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!

Roxy

[bmccasland]

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!

[Susan126]

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!

[ClockworkOrange]

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!!!

bmccasland

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.

[Catrin]

I am so glad you came through it with no more injuries than you had, and I like the suggestion of a temper tantrum. That is a great stress relief Glad to hear those shorts are now gone, have fun finding new ones!

[Velocivixen]

Well, did you get some pain meds. From the tooth extraction? Sorry about your mishap, and don't be hard on yourself.

[goride]

That had to be doubly frightening, being so close to the scene of a previous accident. I can sure understand the flashback feeling you experienced. Congratulations on being able to ride away from it. You are strong.

[emily_in_nc]

Yikes! So sorry about that. Having had a serious accident myself, I remember how scared I was to ride back to the scene of the crime, so I can only imagine how that must have felt. Thank goodness you "fell well" this time, and hopefully will heal quickly.