Filipino actress Jessy Mendiola revealed through her Instagram Stories last May 16 how thankful she was after surviving a road accident.
Mendiola said that she was sleeping in her van when her driver dozed off and lost control of his driving.
“My van hit a barrier and we swayed from left to right for a bit before my driver got control of the steering wheel again,” Mendiola wrote.
“I honestly thought I was going to die,” she added.
The 25-year-old actress said that she was sitting on the side of the van which got hit by the barrier.
“The scariest part was the side that got hit was where I was sitting. Maybe that was why I was the one who woke up first,” she said.
Nevertheless, Mendiola said she is thankful that no one got hurt in the incident. She added that her near-death experience made her appreciate life more.
“I’m very thankful nothing happened to me and no other vehicles went against us. I didn’t wish for this experience but it made me appreciate more. I thank God for waking me up before things got worse,” Mendiola said.
The actress added that she did not get mad at her driver because she is well aware that he was physically exhausted as well.
“I didn’t get mad at my driver ‘coz I knew he was tired too, maybe he thought he could go on,” the actress said.
Mendiola also left a piece of advice to all drivers.
“My advice to drivers or to anyone who’s driving long hours, when you’re feeling sleepy or tired please stop and take a quick nap. You are responsible for the lives of the people riding with you.”
Mendiola ended her Instagram Stories by thanking God for another chance at life.
“Very thankful nothing happened to us. Thank you Lord for another day,” Mendiola said.
