Yesterday we went out to eat dinner and then were heading to Gainesville GA. to find where laura was supposed to be going to school the next day. On our way, a cube van crossed the median, sideswipped a pickup/trailer in front of me, and then proceded to come head on with me. We came to an immediate and abrupt stop. The van that hit us was carrying solvents/chemicals and caught on fire and started exploding.

Laura was unconcious and pinned in the Astro.
I forced my way out of the van and, to make a long story short - I dove into the astro from the side window and removed all 3 of my children from the van. 20 feet behind us the cube van was exploding and the tree it was against was an inferno. It was clear that I was left in a state where I could do what needed to be done. Good people were on hand for me to be able to pass my children to. I knew Trey was hurt, but ok. Kyle was hurt and crying. Laura was unconcious. Danny was laying in the back seat of the van gurgling.
I went back and forth between dan who was dying in the grass, and my wife, who was trapped in the astro, and I feared the flames would start burning our truck and I'd watch my wife burn to death.

It seems just in time the fire truck arrived and they started extinguishing the flames, and the jaws of life were used to cut open the side of the astro to remove laura.

When laura was out of the van, I collapsed.
Danny was life flighted to Egelston. Kyle and trey were transported by ambulance to North Georgia hospital. Me and laura followed in another ambulance. On our way to the hospital I spoke to dan and he said he'd be ok.

More long story short:
I'm ok. I'm smashed and cut. I got cut bad diving into the astro. I was discharged last night, and stayed with my family.
Trey was discharged last night too. He has severe wiplash.
We went with kyle into a room and kyle had his face rebuilt this morning. They will apparently discharge him tonight to family friends who have trey.

Laura - broken leg. They operated on her and put her leg back together. She's doing as well as expected. I don't know how long she'll be in the hospital. We have friends who are with her. My 2 other boys are going home with other friends.

As for Danny, he's got a fractured skull. Broken nose, Swelling in the head, but his prognosis is good. He's alive. He's in the best place he can be. At one time he was in a coma on life support. He's being weaned off life support now, and his swelling is being monitored. There are no internal injuries. His condition is "stable". He's not out of the woods, but things look good.

We're overwelmed by the outpouring of support and prayers from you guys and gals. You are all extended family.

Prayers work.
The 1999 Astro Van saved my familys life.
Treys seatbelt saved his life.
A miracle saved Danny. I love you danny.
I love you all.

Keep us informed.

You did what any normal man would have done - tried to save his family. Regardless and neglecting your own condition. Adrenalin is a sweet thing when its in full bore.

Dood, I REALLY doubt though how many other people would have gone in and done what you did. That kind of bravery deserves recognition. Honestly.

I'm happy as hell to hear that the kids, Laura and you are 'OK'. Being in the hospital is better than other places. I'm sure you've thanked whomever you wanted to for their safety and health. Your kids are ruffnecks like mine are. They'll pull thru easily. If sending something to Davey like some balloons or some toy or something is cool with you all and the hospital, I'll pop something out there. Same for Laura. Hell, for all of you. You know we have your back here.

I wish you and your family the best!!

Carol

Best Wishes to everyone, If you need anything at all just ask....