Editor,
I would like to express my appreciation to some really wonderful people who live in Merritt. I don’t know any of their names, I only know how much help they were to me.
On Dec. 19, around 12:40 p.m., I was driving north on Voght Street past Home Hardware when a car going east on Coutlee Avenue didn’t stop at the sign. I tried to stop, but he hit me taking out one front light and the grill off my truck. The first person to help was a gentleman who witnessed the accident. He stood in front of the offending vehicle so the driver couldn’t leave. The second was a young lady who phoned 911 for me. The third was a gentleman who stopped and proceeded to divert traffic. Fourth was a lady walking along Coutlee Avenue, who stopped to see if I was okay and stayed with me until the RCMP arrived — that was so good of her.
Donna Smith drove to pick up my husband Joe so he could be there with me.
A big thank you to all these people plus the first responders, ambulance and RCMP. You are really great. I feel lucky to live in a town that cares about others.
Trudy Geill
Merritt
Car accidents are a stressful affair long after the initial impact — happy to hear that the conduct of some good samaritans has left you with a positive attitude Trudy. And your letter is a good reminder to everyone that small gestures can leave a big impression – Editor
