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They probably would be able to find them really easily. We were in a very small town and I know the fleet owner they worked for because it's one of the big ones. Plus, I'm pretty positive that they took the load we were offered and turned down because it was right after the time of that pick...

Let's see...when am i not getting hurt. Always hitting my leg on that stupid little lever that sticks out so you can adjust how close or far back the seat is, bumping into things when the truck is moving, basically...if it can happen, it will and does happen to me! Lol...I just seem to be a...

I always hear about how maybe some Walmart's don't want trucks parking at their stores is because of drivers leaving a mess. Yesterday I witnessed just that. I called a Walmart who doesn't let trucks stay and park, but if you need to shop they didn't mind. I went in, got groceries, and along...

If he doesn't get Capital punishment, he will be killed in prison, for sure. What a disgusting person. Also, the girl and her husband that had moved to Texas from Ohio, and beat that little girl to death awhile back....such a cute little girl. It's horrible that people who don't want their...

When we first started expediting, we really struggled. We didn't have any experience with this type of trucking, didn't know anyone who did it, and unfortunately worked for an owner who wasn't the most friendly for a new driver. You don't get paid for your first 3 weeks, ( I know that's...

My favorite, although not in a truck, is the road (dont have a map in front of me to look) that goes from the U.S. border in Washington to Kelowna, BC. It's absolutely breathtaking in my opinion. No guard rails on the mountains, no run away truck ramps, just pure, almost untouched beauty...

One thing to keep in mind is look for a carrier that gets loads to Texas. Also, check with your prospective owner about how far they're willing to let you DH if you don't get a load to your hometown....we've only gotten a load 2 times in a year to Houston, where we live. Of course we've been...

We use a GPS everytime we get a load. I browse the directions by text, compare them to the company's directions, and then check the map when it shows those off interstate roads to make sure there's no restricted routes or low clearances. Sometimes I also ask for locals....in case they mention...

I always get the craving for my favorite chinese place, "Golden China" in Spring, TX. It's down the steet from where I live, so everytime I go home, I have to order it. It's not a very attractive place, but they cook all the food with fresh ingedients, and they use white meat, not the dark...

Don't forget your shower shoes!!! Although they do provide towels, after reading the posts about employees cleaning the showers with driver towels....and first hand seeing towels that look like the ones that they clean with rolled up for drivers to use.....I think I will be bringing my own...

That would totally freak me out if some guy asked if he could sit in the truck with me. Good thing you had the sense to say no. Some people don't! We always have the truck doors locked, even in the daytime. There are some strange people out there these days, and you cant be too careful. If...

We feel like we get quality time together doing this job. We talk a lot to each other, and are best friends, so this job fits us well. We're always together anyways, so we decided why not work together. There are days where you feel like you're running really hard, non-stop and don't get...

Panther doesn't require you to have any prior experience driving for straight trucks. My husband had his CDL A, but I had never driven before we got hired. You do have to have a permit to get set up in orientation I believe, or be getting it within 30 days. Keep in mind though, until your...

I'm definately looking for those next time at Walmart. The waterless shampoo sounds like a great idea. I don't have straight hair that I can just brush when I get up and look good, and I don't think I look good in a hat, so that would probably help me a little. Silly, but there's been a time...

That's a good idea! I'm always trying to think of ways to save space in the truck. Just last week, we bought one of those books that holds CD's...to put DVD's and games in. It saves a lot of space instead of having DVD cases taking up room on the shelf. Little things add up. I can't wait for...

Once we delivered at Cadbury Adams in Rockford, Il and they gave me a whole bunch of gum. Two hairnets full of gum, and like three boxes that were unopened. I enjoyed it! The coolest thing we ever got though, was when my husband drove a big truck. We picked up a load at a rock show in...

I agree. It's really frustrating when you've been waiting your turn for several days and then someone comes in with a 1st out and takes your position away. The only plus to it, is usually when we've done a mini and gotten a 1st out, they waste it on some short trip, so maybe being 2nd doesn't...

That's a good thing to know....Also, there has been a lot of complaining about the new system, but I think there is some good to it. I'm sure the EM and things like that have their problems, but I think the dispatch procedure seems to be working better. Before when they just did the 50 mile...

Great Post! Personally, my faith has allowed me to practice patience in this career choice. I know that God will always provide for me and he has my back so to say. With that hope, I am able to have the patience and peace of mind knowing that he is the one in control of everything. I once...

What is the strangest encounter you've ever had at a shipper or consignee? Tonight we were delivering at a department store. They had a door next to the docks, and you had to ring a bell to get someone to open the door. I pushed the bell, waited, and these two women slightly opened the door...