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names Tony 37 male, made a few mistakes, made some good choises now moving on to bigger and better things. I live in northern Cali. Out'a work becouse my Doc made me. Looking to start a new carrier, Driving is it. My Pop's has been in trucking for twenty-eight years of my 37. Owner opp./ Driver. I been into fixing his trucks(remove/replace) PM service that kind of stuff. Went blind in his left eye, can't drive anymore.(won't take a restricted lic.) So I get to go to school, 'course that might not be nearly as bad as the whomp up side my scull for missing or grinding a gear! LOL. Finding it tough since 9/11 to get it to this industry but fully understand. Going to try anyway. Living in small town N. Cali. our main industries have taken a big hit from Enviromentlist, so no work around that pays enough to survive in this inflated state. Well hope to see ya on the "Big Road" soon.

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Hi Everyone!!!
My name is Branden. I am just about to apply with Schneider for training and a job after over 8 months of being unemployed. My goal is to one day be an OTR tanker driver. I spent the last 14 years in the oil industry, but became displaced by the big company merger trend which led to the company that I worked for to liquidate.

I got my nickname "Johnny Cash" from the girls worked in the restaurant in the building where I used to work, because I wear all black. I'm a Southern boy, birthed and bred. I have travelled the country on motorcycle and love the open road, so becoming unemployed and finding that my optimism of a finding a job quickly, with no problem was over-optimistic, I have decided to turn my love of the open road into a career.

I'm not married, but not for lack of wanting to be, just lack of good choices on my part. No bitter feelings. I've gotten used to being alone and since I love being on the road, Trucking seems a natural choice. Plus my cousin, who is a heavy equipment hauler, has been telling me for years that "I should REALLY consider it, because I'd love it." So here I am making a mid-life change without it being a mid-life crisis. 8)

I would like to extend a warm welcome to everyone that has taken the time to introduce themselves. You are welcome here at our forums as long as you all respect each other.

With that being said, post away and I look forward to chatting with each of you.

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Hello everyone, My name is Tammy, in my late 30's, married 19 years this halloween, 1 daughter 18 at the end of the month, 1 spoiled dog (schnauzer), 1 fat cat (22 lbs), 1 extremely large guinea PIG.

I am not a driver yet, but hope to be real soon. Hubby wants to retire from the Automotive Industry, and our daughter is getting ready for college. We love to travel, love being together, and are ready for a much needed change. Truck driving seems to fit our needs and wants. Where else can you see the country and get paid?

My Husbands name is Larry and we will be out there driving team as soon as we can.

Thanks for such a great site funny, informative , and clean.

Hi, my name is Bill and my handle is "Sundance".. I'm retired after 28 years OTR. My wife passed away from breast cancer almost 3 years ago and I miss her very much.. We were married for 33 years...

I came across this site so I thought I'd get on it to try and keep up with whats going on in trucking.. I still have that "white-line-fever"...

To all you new drivers, good luck and be careful... I have over 2,500,000 accident free miles.. There is a time to "hammer down" and a time not too... Just make sure you know the difference....

Hello to all. My name is Dawna and I used to drive OTR untill my oldest daughter was born. I have to say I miss the road terribly. and look forward to one day returning. I stumbled on this site and thought this is a good way to talk to people and keep up with all that goes on, and make some new aquaintences.

I'm 44 and I've been driving for 6 years, o/o for 4 of those. I was in telecommunications and computers before driving. I'm the Professional Nomad type. No home, no family. My current girlfriend is going through school right now to join me and I'm looking forward to that.

Teaming will be a completely different adventure. I have promised her that we are going to explore more than just truck stops!

I've started with a school then puppy mill company. Survived pulling a reefer, grocery warehouses, meat plants and produce in CA and AZ. Now I handle 'pad wrap' freight and love the work. I've always enjoyed driving and put up with warehouses. Now it's completely different. Customers are better, but they expect (and get) more then just bumping a dock.

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My name is Dave and i found this site just recently. I have been driving T/T for a little over a year and half started driving cement mixers a year before that. this is the best board I have found out there so far. I am married with children. Been married for 13 years and 3 beautiful daughters.

My name is Mitch and I'm a graphic designer and photographer by trade. I have two wonder kids, a girl, Kara who is 5 and Caden, he is 1.
I enjoy my family, the outdoors and playin' music (christian) on my guitar.

My question for some senior drivers. I have 6 weeks left of driving school. I'm excited about driving. I'm not happy about leaving my family,yes this is a decision my wife and I have discussed and here in spudville(Idaho) there isn't a lot of work in my field. Anyway, around the bush we go! How safe are the trucks? I know the obvious answer, it depends on the driver. But the trucks, how safe are they in an accident? I watched a load of safety flicks today and to be honest, it make me a bit nervous :shock:
Thanks for having me on the sight and God Bless!