AZ, take care of yourself. I was more affected than I thought, by being on a ride where 2 people got killed. I *saw* them, standing in the line, waiting for our packets. The way I felt had nothing to do with the crash I had later that day. We had all intentions of doing the ride in its entirety a few weeks later, but I found myself really not wanting to be anywhere near that route.
Congrats on finishing in what sounds like horrible conditions. One thing I know is 1) Arizonans don't know how to drive in the rain, and I imagine the same goes for riding, and 2) yes, I agree with Owlie's comment. Too many people who just should not be driving.