"Hi, Mom, just wanted to let you know I'll be a little later than planned. I had a mishap on the road and got pushed off into a ditch."

"Are you okay, dear?"

"Yes, I'm fine. Just a little scratch on my forehead, and you know how head cuts bleed, so I have some blood on my blouse."

"When do you think you'll be here?"

"Probably within thirty minutes or so. I got a ride from someone who stopped behind me so I'll be there soon, Mom. Don't worry. See you then. ...