Courtney Ann Sanford, a 34-year-old woman who was considered to be an experienced driver, tragically lost her life in a car accident. While driving, she was listening to the song Happy by Pharrell Williams and decided to make a post about it on the social media.She took a selfie and captioned it, “This song makes me happy!”

Sadly, that brief moment of choice proved deadly.Only a minute later, Courtney’s car collided with a truck at around 60 km/h, propelling her vehicle into a ditch and then into a tree. The devastating impact set her car ablaze, and tragically, she was trapped inside and did not survive.

When her family was alerted, they also learned of her last Facebook post, uncannily timed with the incident. According to the law enforcement, “The post was made at 8:33 AM. At 8:34 AM, we received the emergency call.”This young woman’s tragic passing is a stern reminder to never text while driving because no text is worth a life.When you text while driving, you’re endangering not only yourself but also your passengers, pedestrians, and other drivers. The road requires your complete focus. Keep in mind that driving is a serious responsibility, not just a routine activity.Please SHARE this article with your family and friends on Facebook.

Courtney’s story serves as a cautionary tale for all of us. In today’s world, it’s so easy to get distracted by our phones while behind the wheel. But we must remember that a split-second decision to check a notification or send a message can have devastating consequences.

It’s not worth risking your life or the lives of others on the road just to send a text or update your social media status. No message is so important that it can’t wait until you’ve safely reached your destination. Let Courtney’s tragic accident be a wake-up call for all of us to put our phones down and focus on the road.

In memory of Courtney Ann Sanford, let’s all make a pledge to practice safe driving habits. Let’s commit to keeping our phones out of our hands while driving and staying focused on the task at hand. Let’s be mindful of the potentially deadly consequences of distracted driving and make a conscious effort to prioritize safety on the road.

If you’re tempted to reach for your phone while driving, remember Courtney’s story. Remember the heartbreaking outcome of her split-second decision to post on Facebook while behind the wheel. Let her story serve as a reminder of the importance of staying focused and alert while driving.

Together, we can honor Courtney’s memory by spreading awareness about the dangers of distracted driving. Let’s share her story far and wide to remind others of the importance of safe driving practices. Let’s work together to prevent senseless tragedies like Courtney’s from happening in the future.

Please take a moment to reflect on Courtney’s story and make a commitment to drive safely. Let’s all do our part to make the roads safer for everyone. Thank you for reading and please share this important message with your loved ones.