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    NFL DRAFT - Who will get the first pick?

    Which team will get the first pick in the NFL draft next year? Who do you think their choice will be? I have never been overly excited about the draft before, but this year I have a lot riding on it. I don't have an official allegiance to any NFL team anymore, but I want one... So here's my...
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    Calling All Expediters - Thank You!

    I just wanted to take a moment and let all of you know that as of Friday, December 15, I am officially retiring my unit Number and removing myself from the fleet. I have the opportunity to pursue some of my other interests - and I'm going to do it before I get too old and broken down to have...
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    An Observation...

    In the spring I had a goal. I wanted a lush, green lawn. I was determined to compete with all the retired folks in my neighborhood - I wanted to be a member of the "nice yard" gang. I put down lime, I fertilized, I seeded. I watered... I mowed, I trimmed - I even landscaped. My wife and I...
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    Joe Paterno - A Class Act.

    For those that may not be aware - Last weekend 79 year old (soon to be 80) Joe Paterno was injured in a sideline collision during the Game between his Nittany Lions and the Wisconsin Badgers. This morning JoePa underwent an 80 minute surgical procedure to repair a fractured shin bone and 2...
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    What is the best GPS device?

    We all know that Microsoft streets and trips on a GPS equipped laptop is an excellent tool on the road... But not everyone has or wants to have a laptop computer in their truck. My question is - Do any of you use a standalone GPS unit like a TomTom or a Garmin, do you like it (is it accurate)...
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    Can Anybody Stop The Buckeyes?

    First and foremost, I must explain that I am not by nature a Buckeye fan, nor am I a serious fan of any other team besides my Fighting Irish. I do however appreciate good, solid, fundamental football; This is what Ohio State is bringing to the table this year. Are they for real? They sure look...
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    Real Football Starts September 2nd...

    Ever since I heard that we were going to have a sports forum on here it has been difficult to control myself. What makes it even better is the timing is perfect for NCAA football. And even better than that, Notre Dame Football. The Magic is back. We have a smart, disaciplined, mean, and just...
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    Headlines...

    YEAR'S BEST actual HEADLINES OF 2004 Something Went Wrong in Jet Crash, Expert Says - no, really? Police Begin Campaign to Run Down Jaywalkers - now that's taking things a bit far! Is There a Ring of Debris around Uranus? - not if I wipe thoroughly! Panda Mating Fails...
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    Who will stretch class 8's??

    Hey, EO Folks - I am looking to contact several reputable dealers that can stretch some tractors - and do a good job of it. I am often approached by individuals looking to do such a thing, and I want to be prepared to offer good options. Have you had a tractor stretched? By whom? How much did it...
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    The Magic Words....

    Thanks to all of you for your input with my other post - that info is now being used to put together a training program as I stated in the post "has a dispatcher ever said anything rude?". Well now I want to flip to the other side of the coin, and see who's doing just the right things. I'm...
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    Has a Dispatcher ever said anything rude to you?

    Has a dispatcher or anyone else from your company ever said just the WRONG thing to you on the telephone? I'm looking for rude, insensitive, or just plain inappropriate telephone behavior. I don't want you to name names, but please be specific about the incident, No matter how small, and how it...
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