Revealing the Shocking Aftermath of the Accident
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
- In our this video, we uncover the true extent of the aftermath following our tragic accident. Explore the challenges faced by us and the resilience we demonstrate in the face of adversity.
I commented before saying I didn’t think you should be driving right now. I would send the hire car back Trevor and use taxis for appointments etc, keep receipts and claim the money back through the insurance. Nice to see you both looking and sounding a lot better. 👍
I never thought of that Ian, I will mention it to Tracey, thank you.
Dear Trevor & Pat,
I’m so sorry that you’ve had such a traumatic incident.
You don’t need to make any decisions yet as it’s too soon and you’re both still recovering.
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Thanks for the update…… Just remember Trevor personal injury affects you both to some degree, don’t forget even though Pat may not have many physical injuries, she is still suffering psychological injuries as are you…….all deserve compensation, this is why a good personal injury solicitor will be a big help, because they are on your side….. please do not play down your injuries both of you, and accept what you are BOTH ENTITLED TOO….x
Yes Betty, Pat has been assigned someone from the legal team separate from me, to pursue her claim.
@@trevorpat-lifeontherun That’s good news x
Be sure to exercise your lungs Pat by taking deep breaths in and out slowly. If you have any interruption of the air flow either in or out by a cough or clearing phlegm you’ve got to be certain to drink plenty of water to help your lungs free the excess mucus to avoid pneumonia settling in to your injured lung. So glad y’all were watcher over by good angels that day. The rest of living somewhat like you were together in you van will come as soon as it must. Just get your strength and stamina back first. This too shall pass, yes?
They didn't say she had injured lungs after the xray, but thank you for that advice.
Dear Trevor and Pat, We have enjoyed watching your travels for the past three years, and your tours have been both interesting and inspirational to us, especially as we are in the same age band as yourselves !
We are completely dismayed that this has happened to you. So many of us motorhomers travel in the same type of cab and chassis as yourselves, and your ordeal has been a shock to many.
We send our love and best wishes, and trust that things will come together for you regarding your health, insurance and your plans for the future. Paul and Linda
Thank you Paul & Linda. What will be will be. I keep getting warnings from people in comments about different things which is wearing.
Glad to see you both looking and feeling better 👍👍. My mom and dad were in a terrible head on collision, not their fault, the fellow who hit them was a paraplegic and he lost control on snow covered road. Mom and dad flipped over and the car landed back on its wheels in a field. Dad suffered a broken leg, mom had internal injuries from the seatbelt buckle gouging into her. They both survived but dealing with the insurance took quite a bit of time. A lot of questions asked. Please be careful how much information you divulge as it might come back to bite you. Take care of yourselves, try to get rested up. Judy🇨🇦🇨🇦
Ooo heck Judy, something else coming to bite us, thats all we need. Pat and I are guilelss you know.
When my husband was in a severe car wreck, he was addled for awhile after. Like not remembering our primary care physician’s office had moved, that sort of thing. He had bruises and scrapes from the seatbelts and airbags. The Dr. explained his brain was bruised too, even though you can’t see it. Apparently brain waves get disrupted until the brain heals. He advised no reading or tv for 2 weeks, just quiet non stressful brief conversations. Nothing that would cause frustration or be taxing on the brain. It’s good you have your daughter to rely on for help during this time. Take the time to heal. It’s going to take time to sort out your claims anyways, so use this time to recover. Oh, and only take things out of your rv that you need. Try to ignore the urge to clean up and throw away things. If broken eggs have ruined something, leave it for the insurance adjusters to see. If your teapot is broken, leave it so it will be part of the claim. I had to recover some things out of our wrecked car and the holding yard advised me not to throw out wet ruined things They even took photos of the things I removed.
Good advice here, thank you very much.
Glad you can have a laugh at your unfortunate situation.
I was only going to watch three of your vlogs. Now I'm subscribed to not only your channel, but Bonita and Dave's channel as well. Love to see you all getting on with life.
Here in Australia, we have a fellow I have been following for a while. He drives across Australia and has some really nice views of the country. He calls himself "The Homeless Truckie". Because, he's never home, is my guess. He drives a big red road train with two trailers.
All the best, that's it for me tonight. Tomorrow is another day. Cheers, Bazz.
Hi Bazz, thats great, Bonita and David are new to Youtubing, so some useful little pointers will help them.
I will check him out, thanks.
I'm glad to see your smiles today. Hang in there! Your Tracey is a treasure. Hugs from across the pond!
Will do Carole, Tracey is such a capable person, we are so lucky. Thank you for being concerned from so far away. Xx
Yes I agree with Ian Marshall take time to recover use taxis for now,love to both and Tracy she did so well going to pick you up when she was unwell
Thanks Kathleen. I do not tire of praising our Tracey for all that she has done, Pat and Tracey are out now doing a shop together. I am the luckiest man on earth to have such a wife and daughter.
Hope you get everything sorted soon. Even after all the trauma of the accident you can still laugh about things. You're a pair of troopers! All the best to you both and your daughter.
Oh thank you, your very kind.
SOOO glad you are both doing much better! You are so very blessed in so many ways. Now comes the dregs of recovery both physically and monetarily. One day at a time! An accident like this can make one reconsider how they need to live for a spell for sure! You are in our prayers!
Thank you. I realise how blessed we are, but we don't have a ton of money, so it depends what we get from the insurance. If we can, we carry on as before, if we can't get a van, then we come up with an alternative, but I don't want to stop.
Dear Trevor and Pat, it’s great to see and hear you sharing about your post-accident experiences.
It is totally understandable that you’re feeling the way you do after the shock of everything as a result of the accident.
Take things easy as you’ve been doing and you’ll make a good recovery, the two of you. 😁
My heart goes out to you both and I’m thankful that the two of you are alive, as I’m sure your family is too.
I can see you both coming out the other side of this and settled with another camper van, that meets all your needs, enabling more travels and stories to be told.
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You have a wonderful daughter and family that are watching out for you and helping to take care of things.
May God Bless and keep you all, Neil 😁
Thats lovely Neil, everything you have said is true, thank you.
All the best to you both. Don’t rush to take decisions, everything will eventually fall into place. Your daughter is a credit to you and taking a lot of the pressure off you.
Not rushing, in fact no one is rushing, there's nothing to rush for, we don't mind particularly how long it takes, we are where we are supposed to be, and I am content with that, and I know Pat is.
Tracey is a one off, totally unflapable, unles you stand her on ice, then she just freezes, sorry about the pun.
Praise the Lord you are both alive. So very sorry this terrible head on impact happened to you Sending love and prayers for you both from fellow campers in Perth,Australia.
Thank you Valerie, ❤️ very much appreciated from down under.
Be careful what you say about your injuries on social media with the personal injury claim. Hope you both feel better soon. Sending virtual hugs. 🤗
We are guiless mate, we don't know any other way to operate than be honest. Thanks for the hugs, virtual or otherwise.
Just want to make sure theyrs no long term injuries and thats why they do all this .im thankfull yous are both not terribly injured and sometimes having to get back into driving and just picking up again is difficult emotionally and mentally .good luck
Thank you Julienne.❤
Try not to stress over things in van, once insurance sorted claim for the van and everything in it 🥰
There are personal things we hope to retrieve, but maybe you are right, the rest might be unusable, and so added to the claim. Rona.
That's sound advice 👍
Just a thought, if the driver is convicted, you can sue him for the damage he caused, also be careful after an accident, as shock can kick in afterwards
I hadn't given it any thought Glen.
It's over a week now since the crash, I don't know what to say about shock.
Hi Trev and pat glad you are both recovering ! Take your time there is no rush, glad to see you both laughing and smi!ing all the best Dave and Bonita
Thank you David & Bonita.❤
Sometimes it can take months for the thought processes to clear and the anxiety to settle.... Post traumatic stress is a reality.... I had a head on collision whilst I was sat at a traffic light waiting to turn right.... in the correct position..... A drunk driver came through a red light and hit me head on, that was 48 years ago... I still have flashbacks and anxiety when I have to do a right turn but I am really cautious. Just let yourselves settle, concussion is a serious thing and can take a while to clear.
It's hard to accept when you don't have any physical injuries, that your mind is injured. I felt that today. It reminds me I am still injured, even though I don't think I am.
It is nice to see you looking a bit better, my Dad has AF, take it easy for now, and let things get sorted, your tracy is is brilliant. See you tomorrow xxxxxxx
I think we are taking it easy Jan, and that's all down to Tracey.
After listening to your story and simply in the wrong place and in no way at fault. just super pleased to hear you are both recovering and can have a chuckle but saddened to hear this may bring an end to your Van life journey. Equally pleased to hear your lovely daughter is very helpful and on the ball, Wishing you both the very best outcome and a speedy recovery. It is early days. Give yourselves some time to fully recover, you are both very resilient having survived the whole experience.
It may not be the end of our vanlife, it is too early to say, but thank you very much for your comment, and keep your eye out on our vlogs to see what happens in the weeks and months ahead❤
You have a great family looking out for you mate and their advice is spot on, don’t drive until you’re ready, some really good older motorhomes out there with low mileage, and better build quality, if we can be of any assistance we are in littleborough near Rochdale from tomorrow, just shout we will here..🙏👍👊🚌
I know Steve, I am a very lucky man.
If you see anything that looks juicy, can you let me know Steve.
Thanks for that offer of help mate, don't know how you could at the moment, but you never know.
You need to make a list of ALL of the problems & injuries to yourself both at the time & now as time moves on. Take photos of all of your bruises & bumps.
Take photos of the inside of the motorhome to help you remember what was in there to put on the vlaims list .
Good luck x
Thank you Linda.❤️
It takes time to get over a extreme traumatic accident that you two have had. The PTSD can take months. I heard the crash sound whenever I road in a vehicle for months after and to this day I am a nervous rider in a vehicle. Stay on top of any medical symptoms you have. Make sure you understand everything and don’t feel pressure on signing to close out accident. The other insurance company will probably offer a low amount first. I’m not sure how insurance works where you reside in. Continue to take care of yourselves.
If it was us Debbie, I hate to think what we would do re the insurance stuff, we are leaving that to Tracey.
I think we are taking care of ourselves.❤
Tracy is doing a great job looking after you both. All the dealings with insurance and the associated companies can be very challenging. It will all get sorted in time
We would have been in a right mess if I had to sort it, even at the best of time, but right now, no way Susan.
Hello Trevor and Pat give a little time for everything to settle down I've been there and it will take time but never give up in time you will get there❤
Thank you Mike.❤
You both seem a little brighter today and glad to see your planning ahead for another van.
Hi Tina. You drove half way round the world and never encountered anything like this, thank the Lord, isn't life funny.
Not so much planning Tina, just wondering what the chances are of it happening, another van I mean.
@@trevorpat-lifeontherun You just never know whats around the corner thank goodness you both came out in one piece. I often think how amazing I came back with only a few superficial scratches on van. Tracey I imagine is keeping you grounded. 😊 say hi to Pat lo e Tina and the Bear 🐻 x
I know, it's a crazy world.
Grounded! Positively subterranean.
Consider your love passed on to the lovely Pat.
Bless you both, I think you have handled the situation really well and staying positive. I do hope you manage to recover some personal items, but no doubt the bedding and things like that won't be too good, but can be replaced. Tracey was very kind helping that lady who had a panic attack, but then she is a kind person. Take care both of you xxx
For all I know someone might have trashed it Mary, I'm expecting the worst, then I won't be disappointed.
What we keep and what we don't il leave to Pat & Tracey, I have very little attachment to objects. I have Pat, and that'l do me.
Tracey has a natural ability to deal with situations none of us want to, it's incredible to watch.
@@trevorpat-lifeontherun You have each other and thats all that matters Trevor x
Sending huge hugs and love to you both, really hope things are sorted soon for you both xx
Thank you Yvonne.❤
You have had a heck of a shock to mind and body. As the previous message don't drive at this time, in any event insurance would be invalidated most likely. You have a good girl sorting things for you but better leave driving until you get the all clear. What is so annoying that this was not your fault but you have all the hassle. Best wishes for the next weeks when hopefully you will have better news. Just one little point do not reveal any medical information about this on line as the insurance company for the person who hit you may use it against you if this goes further legally.
More good advice, thank you.
Lots more "well wishes" from u.s.a.: Tennessee. so thankful things (although slowly) are getting sorted out. main thing is you guys are being treated by doctors & the concussion is being found out & addressed. love your conversations and wonderful way you look at life. ♡♡ 😊
Hi Tennessee, glad you like our chatts.
First time seeing you guys on utube, I hope you both have a speedy recovery. You are both lovely down to earth couple. What a dreadful experience. Please don't let this stop you from being explorpers.
Lots of love xx
Ditto, beautiful couple
Thank you, your very kind. I hate hanging about doing nowt, so something will happen.
Thank you Barbara.❤
Glad you both still feel like making vids, might take a while until you feel like driving again Trevor, take it easy you two ❤
Making videos is almost second nature now Irene.
I can't drive for the moment because of concussion, I think we are taking it easy, I know my body won't let me do otherwise.
Two differences from the USA. First, we don't call it a van. We call that an RV. Secondly, whom ever we have insurance with handles all the details for us. That is what we pay them for. The do all the negotiations with the other persons insurance company.
Glad your in a safe place for now.
Since it was your home. Why is your insurance company not putting you up in a B&B or hotel? Maybe that is another difference. Maybe insurance for RV's is different there. Maybe check into that when you get another RV. Make sure your insurance company policy is the best you can get. Shop around.
The main difference is we are poverty stricken Patti here in Broken Britain. Our insurance co's like to make it as hard as possible in order to piss you off and give up on your claim.
They would probably offer us a tent.
You'v got a lot to learn about this country Patti. Insurance is so expensive and our pension is so poor, we have to get the cheapest deal possible just to stay legal, never mind benefits.
Thank you for your comment Patti. Oh, we call em all sorts, I won't tell you what my van was called because it's a naughty word in America.😁
Bless you all x your Tracy is a beautiful soul, chip off the ol block eh ❤ make sure you claim for everything the bloke who hit you needs locking up and his license taken away! Bet he was in the bloody phone 😡… you two take it easy rest up and recover well and I know it’s easy to say but try not to worry about the van etc it’s all replaceable and you are not x love to you all ❤ JP
Tracey is marvelous. She must get it from Pat, certainly not me. I hate to think what it's going to cost his insurance Co.
We will replace the van hopefully, and be mobile again.
Things will take time but try not to worry about anything just take time to rest and relax after the traumatic experience you have both been through xx
Thank you Ashley, I try not to worry about things, don't think I'm doing too bad, Pat never worries. Xxc
Even when you can drive again just take it easy for a while trever. My dad wasnt right with similar symptoms as you but didnt have an accident. Long story short he was diagnosed with lewy body dementia 😢he has passed away now but i do sincerely hope you make a full and healthy recovery 😊all the best to you both💜💜
I will Chrissy.
❤ were all behind you ❤ it will get better and hopefully better than ever before sometimes great things come out of bad times so lets think of an amazing outcome that you cant yet see ❤ keep smiling 😊
You could be right Julie. I read "Zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance" many years ago, and learned not to live in the future, he called it a " Gumption Trap", I never forgot it.
God bless you
Thank you Sarah, He does, much more than we deserve.
Hi Trevor and Pat, Thanks for the update. You need to stress how this accident has affected both
your physical and emotional health
Yes, knocked us for a six that's for sure Teresa.
I have been looking for insurance and because I had a collision in the dealership in 2021 where an apprentice clipped my car with another customers car I'm being penalised as a higher risk for 5 years by most companies. Dealership immediately admitted responsibility and their insurance settled it. It's very unfair.
Glad to see you both doing well, quite right not to be driving until you are fully recovered.
I prefer gel to foam😂
That's my greatest fear, the insurance.
David, the gel clogs up the blades, and floats around the sink in lumps. ﾟ+.ヽ(≧▽≦)ﾉ.+ﾟscientifically proven.
@@trevorpat-lifeontherun Jack on his channel "Number 27" has uploaded a video tonight where he discusses with a motor insurance expert the insurance companies policies on penalising all drivers where there is a claim due to a collision. Worth a watch and a mention to MPs to get this unfair practice stopped.
I hope you both recover fully. I love your positivity ❤❤
Thank you Heather. I don't regard myself as a positive person, quite the contrary, but Pat is.
You are healing everyday❤ Hope youre FULL RECOVERY happens soon❤ Rest And love life, wherever you are planted... God bless❤
Thank you Dinah. I like that, " wherever you are planted". ❤️
Been warching you for years now. So sorry fir what you have both gone through. Just he careful what you say about injuries becaise some injuries cant be seen and will effect you in a couple of days. Any forms you have to fill in let Tracy do them with you. After what you have gone through its so funny to hear the way u talk about ya wash bag. Look after yaselves and get better soon xxx
Thank you for following us Marion. It's the little things in life that make up the big picture Marion, and take away my wash bag and the whole edifice collapses. 😁
Hi Pat and Trevor. I have only just happen to come across your channel in the last couple of days. I have been so sad to hear of the accident that you were involved in but grateful that you were not more seriously hurt. You have been through big traumatic stress over this and this will mess with you mentally. I had a car accident couple years ago now which was nowhere near as serious as yours, but it did have effects on me (happened on a small double mini roundabout here and the person that hit me i still say had no intention of stopping. Excuse he gave was lame in the fact he didnt know the road but yet was travelling way too fast for the road anyway.....yet i know he got away with very little. safety video was the major thing he had which i dont think was anywhere near what he deserved but hey i'm not one to say as im not qualified as police etc). Just be kind to yourselves over the next few weeks and give yourselves chance to recover properly. Things will seem much easier (hopefully) once you have recovered more from the physical and PTSD effects. My My best wishes go out to you both during this time. xx
Hi Vicky, glad you found our channel.
Sorry you had a similar experience, so you know what it feels like.
Pat and I are so thankful that we were not more hurt or even killed, and just taking each day a step at a time. We have a lovely daughter who is able to deal with the practicalities that we are having to deal with.
Thank you for your support, you are very kind.
You both take of yourselves, and have time to respite.🤗
Respite, I like that word Diane.
Already said here but no need to worry about things so easily replaced in a few local shops 👍 Insurance wise / claiming...List all those things you've just mentioned in regards to what you liked (or wanted) about your van as if you were about to buy another one. May be useful later on in case you forget something important. Pleased to hear it's only concussion. Take it easy both of you xxx
We know what works for us in a van, and what doesn't. I am not sure I understand what you mean Rae. You see this is an example of how I struggle to understand what people mean at the moment.
You'll be fine Trevor xxx
Is your little shelled friend a turtle or a tortoise? So sweet!
A tortoise, he is called Ernie.
You are looking better but please don't forget I am always here for you both
I have forgotten already Paul, don't tell me mate I will only forget again, but whatever it is thank you very much.
it’s shock i am sure you will be your old self in a few weeks, no one could get through what you have been through without something not being right
Ha ha, I'v got an excuse now Sandra.
Keep smiling x
We are very lucky Hazel.
You are the cutest couple. You have had a massive trauma, dont make any decisions about your future until you are fulky recovered both physically and psychologically
Or thank you Jane, we are coming to that conclusion. ❤️
I was an a & e nursing sister for 34 years and believe me the that RTC was a major trauma.
Although you are both very stowic, you have still been involved in a major RTC please rest and recover. X
Hi trev and pat love you both but as anyone given a thurt to the other driver was it heart attack or stroke just take your time and get better xxxxxx
No it wasn't Nigel.
My insurance write off was about 15% less than we were expecting....and we were being realistic.
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I think ot is doing you both good to talk to us all about your accident.
Sorry Jan I don't understand.
@@trevorpat-lifeontherun I think it is good you can talk to everyone on here about what happened,
It's good to talk about it xxxx
Your right Jan, it's a lovely community on our channel, and I have always enjoyed chatting to them. I am getting a bit overwhelmed at the moment because our accident has caused a lot of interest and the channel has grown rapidly. But I keep taking a break.
@@trevorpat-lifeontherun best thing just keep having a break, but we are all here for you both xxxxx
@@janrogers9926 Thats very kind of you Jan, thank you.
Hey you two hang on in there with all you have been through your doing amazing, Trevor you must be getting better…..you always did say daft things 🤣👍👍
I am not supposed to agree with you in case his insurance assessors are watching Barry, or they might accuse me of something.
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Lots of luck
Thank you Nancy.
Hope Pat’s Dimond necklace is still in van 😉
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Ha ha, get off down there mate.
It’s going to take time
The insurance company need to do all the running around
Don’t stress - I know it’s hard
Were you fully comprehensive insurance
If so you will get a fair deal
Perhaps contact the Motorhome industry to see what they suggest
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Not stressed, whether we are here at Tracey's or on the road makes no difference to Pat and I, we enjoy both.
Yes I was fully comp,
What do you mean by the industry? I have been on line and know what vans of the same year and make as mine are going for. Is there something more I can do?
@@trevorpat-lifeontherun you seem to be knowledgeable about Motorhomes/RV’s
I’m sure you will be ok and there is something out there for you
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Sorry for what’s happened to you both will take time to sort out, I had a friend who had their van written off and they went to the storage yard and emptied it out within 2 days of accident
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Thank you for the video and gift Stephen, your a star.
Somebody buy that man some shaving foam 😁
Tracey bought me some today. You just can't beat her.
@@trevorpat-lifeontherun thank the lord 👍
@@richfish101 amen to that.
Glad you’re both staying cheerful. You often said , why do folk watch you , well I suppose your followers all feel like they know you . For the young ones it’s probably like having a nutty grandad. Sorry , only joking. ❤ keep up the good work .
Ha ha, that's so funny, I wonder if our Alethia thinks I am her nutty grandad, I must ask her.