Mother grateful for support

One year ago, our family had the unthinkable happen — all three of our children were seriously injured by a dangerous driver as they walked on the sidewalk in downtown North Bay.

We have grown a lot as a family over the last year and we have a tremendous amount to be grateful for.

First, the response from those that witnessed the accident, including paramedics, firefighters and police, as well as medical staff once we all reached the hospital, was outstanding. There seemed to be a multitude of angels looking out for us in those early moments, and thereafter.

Immediately, family and friends and complete strangers sped into action performing chores, carrying wood to keep the home fire burning, depositing meals, providing transportation and necessary supplies, tapping our maple trees, packing our honey and comforting us with words, deeds, hugs and prayers.

Prayers — we suspect millions, likely more — have been said, spanning the globe in multiple faiths for the days, weeks, and months that have followed. And then there was the fundraising — from individual donations to collections, breakfasts, dinners, dances and auctions.

It all seemed overwhelming and surreal. The support our family received on so many different levels was immense. Thinking or speaking of the amazing support we received stimulates a stream of joyful, thankful tears.

Most days when we turn on the news, we are bombarded with negative pictures and stories. The event that happened to our family was one such piece of news. However, the accident generated so many good acts.

Our family continues the healing process. The support received has allowed us to focus on positive actions and therapies. We are progressing well.

Our life journey is moving forward with faith, hope and joy. Thank you to absolutely everyone that has touched our family in one way or another since Feb. 22, 2014.

Tracy and Daniel Séguin
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