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March 8TH is also International Women's Day. Although it is sometimes noted on calenders here in the US, it is more widely known and celebrated throughout Europe. My Wife and I today phoned Relatives in Europe to Congratulate them.

We used to subscribe to the Boingo service for $9.95 a month and it was good for wifi hotspots like McDonald's, but when McDonald's started offering free wifi we cancelled it. We purchased an external amplified USB antenna G-Sky from EBay for about $30 and it will usually...

The strong wind toppled 2 tractor trailers on I-77 northbound just north (Fancy Gap Mountain) of the VA/NC state line on Sunday. One was a Ward Trucking TT and the other belonged to AAT Carriers of Chattanooga TN. The TV news has a slideshow of the damaged trucks. Here is...

Yes, Toe. See for yourself at this link; Pink toe tow truck - Cave News Scroll Halfway down this page are is a photo of how to drive a farm tractor with only three wheels; Cave News: Automobiles, airplanes, cycles, ships, etc.

Fries VA, sounds like "Freeze" but the joke with the locals is it is "Freeze" during the Winter and "Fries (Fry's)" in the Summer.

Two businesses in the Indianapolis IN area that we have used and know of other Drivers using and being pleased with the services received are; Trucker's 24 Hour Road Services 2725 South Holt Road, Indianapolis, IN 46241-5738 (317) 244-2424 They offer Allison automatic transmission...

Fourth Of July, Idaho A dispatcher once asked a driver over the phone where the driver was. The driver replied "I am at the corner of Walk and.....Don't Walk".

Rome GA, Parris TN, London KY... I've been to all three and i think that is also a country western song. Toast NC, Jot-Um-Down NC, Skull Camp NC and Mayberry NC. Mayberry RFD Post Office in Mount Airy NC, Closed in 1992 but still Mayberry Postmarks are available at...

Wow Nice! Much nicer than this Limo.

Actually, I was relieved when I realized the Cashier was writing down my plate number as initially I thought she was running off with my 100 dollar bill when she exited the booth. LOL.

At least the water tower still says Virginia instead of the like the misspelled W.VA Basketball team's NIT champion shirts a few years ago. There is also a Middlesex, Climax and Virginville as well as Intercourse PA.

That Pizza looks really good. One of the best gourmet pizzas that we ever had was a couple of years ago in Fargo ND and we would highly recommend it. We had the Cordon Bleu Pie. They also offer a Gluten-free crust. Here is a link to their website; Xtreme Pizza Kitchen Xtreme...

Sorry about the broken link. Here are a couple more links to the Shell Building; Walking Through Salem: Shell Shaped Gas Station http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shell_Service_Station_(Winston-Salem) Winston-Salem, NC - Shell-shaped Gas Station Winston Salem NC is also...

Originally 8 of these Gas Stations were built for the Shell Oil Company in the 1930's, This is the last one standing and is located in Winston Salem NC. More info and photos; http://walkingthroughsalem.blogspot....s-station.html Also nearby is the Famous "Kermit's Hot Dog House"...

My Wife and I visited the Biltmore House during a "Candlelight Tour" just before Christmas 2008. It was a busy day and we had to wait for a "Timed Entry". The Narration guide headphones were worth the small additional cost and very informative during the tour. The Candle Light tour...

We have driven trucks that had both types of doors. Here is one benefit; The truck with the rollup door had a small platform extension or lip. This lip sometimes allows a small gap for the driver to climb up between the box and the dock or to stand on the ground outside and peak inside...

Back in the mid 90's, I once paid a toll on the NY Thruway with a $100 dollar bill. The collector actually got out of the booth and wrote down my license plate number before giving me change and a receipt. We always carry a roll of quarters for toll roads that are automated and only accept...

My Wife and I visited the Biltmore House during a "Candlelight Tour" just before Christmas 2008. It was a busy evening and we had to wait for a "Timed Entry". The Candle Light tour featured fire lit fireplaces and candles, Christmas Music and complimentary Cider. The...

Here is a smaller Air Museum (less than 15 planes) that usually has a guided tour by a US Veteran to show visitors around and answer any questions. Free Admission but donations are accepted. Parking for Straight Trucks,Bobtails. Open Weekends and by appointment. A few airplanes...

We are not really gamblers (not on our dime) but we always register at the Players Clubs in casinos as it is a good way to get discounts and free perks. It was free to join these clubs and it is free to ask about the benefits before joining. Some Players Clubs have more perks for CDL...