I was almost killed yesterday

[skitch]

So i swing through my town looking for a store that sells blank cds, so i can put some stuff on them to free up space on my computer. Being from small town, usa, nothing was doing, so i decided to just jump on the interstate and go up to one of the nearer, bigger towns with an Office Max. I get a little ways down and i get a flat..no biggie, i thought...just change to the spare and go get a new tire. spare is flat. So I abandoned my car for the first time in my short lived life.. I'm walking towards my town *since it's closer* and there's this guy who stops to see if i need a ride to town..class act in my book just for stopping. we start towards my town and he passes my exit..while at the same time subtlely asking if i have the money for a new tire, or to air up my flat yada yada yada...I point out that he just passed the exit...at this point, he pulls a knife, demanding all my money. now i'm a big guy...and i'm not scared of anyone or anything. But this situation scared me. I was confined by a seatbelt...and if i even tried to disarm him, chances are that we'd have a wreck...so i give him my money. i tell him just to let me go since he got what he want, but he starts stabbing over at me with it. he hits me a couple times..once in the arm..once in the leg and once in the side...good news is that in the midst of trying to stab me, he started speeding and swerving which caught the attention of a state patrolman...as soon as we stopped i jumped out fo the truck and ran towards him...had to spend a little time with my face on the ground, but it's a small price to pay for your life.

My point is...live each day as if it's your last. tomorrow isn't promised. anyone else who's had a near death experience will tell you...it puts your whole life in perspective. I'm glad i'm still here to tell you my story. I may not know you all...or agree with you all...but I love you all.

skitch

 

[*bratcat*]

 

[patient1]

I'm glad you lived to tell about it, too.

 

[perks]

you must be totally freaked!

Did the police or hospital<I'm assuming you went if you got stabbed> refer you to anyone? I mean to talk about it? That's very traumatic.
You'll need some help to get through it.

 

[Monazwx]

Glad to hear that you're OK skitch.
(as OK as anyone can be after that)
Get some rest, and God bless.

 

[skitch]

good lord...how are you feeling?

i'm quite a nervous wreck actually. the stab wounds weren't too deep...i had a tetanous *sp* shot...and all that bloodwork stuff done...but emotionally, i'm kinda weary about driving alone. But another part of me is glad to be alive...sun shines a little brighter today than it did yesterday, *and that's not just because it was cloudy yesterday* i'm trying to stay in high spirits because there is no use in letting this get me down..he's in jail...i'm alive...it's all gravy baby

skitch

 

[stargazer]

Oh my gosh! I'm glad that you're ok, (except for a few stiches, I assume). I do agree; live each day like it was your last. I was reading an article last week and the basis of the article was that we have a death date anniversary every year that comes and goes and we don't know it. I have a hard time trying to live each daily-too much projecting. Thank you for the reminder. Take care of yourself and heal quickly. (By the way, I LOVE your av-Calvin is my hero

 

[perks]

you might think of getting a cell phone and AAA.

 

[skitch]

yeah...the police had a therapist that works on their force talk to me...she gave me a number and said i should go if i have any nightmares or anything like that...actually she said i should go anyway. I probably will, just because i don't want any feelings about it to get pushed inside and lay dormant for years and then have them worry me later in life. I'm surrounded by friends and family this weekend *Memorial Day and all* so that'll be good for me...and of course...my friends here at lit.

skitch

 

[Monazwx]

At least you have some solace in knowing that the pyscho is in jail. (BTW, a cell phone is a great idea.)

 

[skitch]

I know it seems i'm bumping my own thread..but i swear i'm not

you might think of getting a cell phone

the ironic thing about that is...i do. but my parents borrowed it as they were returning a car that was rented for my mom. *business trip*

By the way, I LOVE your av-Calvin is my hero

and here i was hoping it was ME who was your hero. that's ok, I can deal with it...*looks for a kleenex*

Glad to hear that you're OK skitch.

I appreciate it very much, mona. You have no idea how much.

At least you have some solace in knowing that the pyscho is in jail

no shit..if he'd gotten away, i'd just be scared shitless to go on the interstate. If he is who the Police think he is, then he's responsible for 2 other deaths of people who were picked up off the interstate.

skitch

 

[Monazwx]

Originally posted by Skitch
If he is who the Police think he is, then he's responsible for 2 other deaths of people who were picked up off the interstate.

OMG
You must have angels watching you man.

 

[Guest]

 

[Cibo]

Holy jeeze. Sorry to hear that man. That's why I never accept rides from strangers no matter how nice they seem. Btw, what happened to the guy?

 

[Lost Cause]

I carry a large bucknife in a quick draw holster everywhere I go. I've only had to show it in anger a few times, but it neutralized the situation. I'm not going to "armchair quarterback" your incident, I know of that sweet taste of life you wrote about. Evolution dictates that you give hard thought to never having that happen again, without being paranoid of life. Maybe some pepper spray, a travel can of Aquanet hairspray, a knife, or a firearm. Whatever you choose, you will be responsible if you use it. It's better than having a bunch of cops shaking their heads, and chalking off the outline of your body!
**"That which does not kill us, makes us stronger!"**

 

[CarolineOh]

Thank God you are OK. Please, take the therapists advice and talk to counselor. Don't assume that this won't hit you hard emotionally after a while.
I was mugged a while back and thought I was all right, but after having recurring nightmares, I talked to a therapist about it. There is no shame in getting help.

 

[Ezarc]

To skitch Glad to still have you around man.
To caroline oh Same for you and loved you post on the day.
Take Care and Lust Always,
Ezarc

 

[scylis]

I carry a large bucknife in a quick draw holster everywhere I go. I've only had to show it in anger a few times, but it neutralized the situation. I'm not going to "armchair quarterback" your incident, I know of that sweet taste of life you wrote about. Evolution dictates that you give hard thought to never having that happen again, without being paranoid of life. Maybe some pepper spray, a travel can of Aquanet hairspray, a knife, or a firearm. Whatever you choose, you will be responsible if you use it. It's better than having a bunch of cops shaking their heads, and chalking off the outline of your body!
**"That which does not kill us, makes us stronger!"**

go for the pepper spray, is my advice. and get the good stuff, which will usually be more than just plain pepper spray. they stuff we sell where i work is three things: pepper spray, tear gas spray, and an ultraviolet die for identification. you hit The Rock with it and he WILL cry for his momma! the stuff can even deflate p_p_man's ego for about an hour or two, it's that good. Saber Self Defense Spray.

now, me? i have an assortment of big knives, but i'll always prefer my USMC Ka-Bar for self-defence. thing is, if i am forced to use it, i'm going to seriously injure my attacker(s), if not kill them outright, and will be brought up on Assault charges at the very least. whether self-defense is found to be a justified reason to drop said charges is up in the air. the same applies for any other weapon that deals semi-perminent physical damage (i.e. gun, asp, etc.).

the thing is that you better be prepared to USE whatever you carry and to face the consequences of its use, no matter what they are. oh, and training, no matter how little, is ALWAYS a plus.

 

[Monazwx]

I'm with you Scy., pepper spray any day. At least that won't cause as much damage as a knife or a gun, but still as effective.

Caroline, you truly are a tough girl.
Not to hijack the thread, but I hope that you are doing OK as well.

 

[Wiggles]

Glad you're ok Skitch. That's one of my worst fears, taking a ride from a stranger out of desperation.

Thank God for that cop car.

 

[Laurel]

Oh my! That is scary stuff. Glad you made it back here to tell the story.

 

[Siren]

Wowie. you never know when violent crime will hit ya

 

[someplace]

**"That which does not kill us, makes us stronger!"**

That is SO true! Skitch, you already seem to be taking the lessons for your own growth out of this horrible situation. I'm so glad you're okay! Hang in there!

 

[skitch]

news just gets better and better..

Thank God for that cop car.

yeah, i couldn't thank him enough all afternoon yesterday. He actually told me a story about how close to the same thing happened to his sister..though she actually ran away from home..she was attacked while hitchhiking...helped having someone who could kinda relate to what i was feeling at the moment.

Now, are you going to be testifying?

I honestly hadn't even thought about it. it's been such a mess around here that my thoughts just haven't progressed that far yet. I'm sure i will. I'm sorry to hear about your brother *not sure when it happened but as i'm just getting to know you, i just now learned*. I agree it will probably be good closure to it, especially if it has some pshycological effects that i don't even feel yet.

I was mugged a while back and thought I was all right, but after having recurring nightmares, I talked to a therapist about it. There is no shame in getting help.

I'm sorry to hear that and i'm also glad that you're here to tell your story. I'm sure i will see a therapist just to make sure i'm doing ok....didn't have any nightmares last night...but then again i didn't really sleep all that much either.

Now, to continue my piss shitty weekend....

I just found out that the guy made bail...not sure when the trial will be as my lawyers and his are just now making contact...

and as if all that wasn't enough...i found out that not only did i get a flat..but i burnt up the engine in my car. had an oil leak i didn't know about and all the oil was gone...now i can either get a new/used engine..or a new car. anybody looking to by a toyota mr2? when's the weekend end anyway..sheesh.

skitch

 

[Siren]

well at least you are alive and well