Author Archives: Karen

About Karen

What to say about me.....uhmmmm.....I'm an average woman from an average town. If you're looking for me to be rich in the monetary.....that's not happening. How I'm rich is beyond words. It's with and in the spiritual realm where my family and friends are concerned. If you're looking to find me physically beautiful.....you're looking in the wrong place. The beauty that I hold is in the respect of who I am; confident, respectful with a worth that comes from God. My thoughts, opinions and ideas matter because I MATTER!!! I live by a "NO MATTER WHAT...." rule to life. In general.....I love to go with my husband in the truck (gives me more insight for my stories) and I absolutely love to ride the Harley. Traveling......I'm not a house bound woman. Now, if you want to know more about me.....then get to know me!!! I'm just simple.....one of God's children!

Dealing With Load Planners

Posted on July 6, 2009 by Karen

Sometimes it can be very difficult dealing with dispatch, and especially the load planners that are behind the dispatchers. I’ve been with my husband now on a few trips and I’ve seen some of the crap that he has to go through when dealing with certain people. I’m telling’ ya……..I guess all I can say is “WOW”. Continue reading →

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You’re Worth More

Posted on June 1, 2009 by Karen

Truck drivers, to me, deserve more because I’m watching them make it all happen by transporting freight from one point to another every day. So with that, please know that I’m praying for every one of you, and wanting the best for all of you because to me…YOU’RE ALL WORTH MORE!!! Continue reading →

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Love or Infidelity? It’s Your Responsibility!

Posted on May 5, 2009 by Karen

There’s a comfort in knowing that all is ok while being in the same room with the one you love in total silence. Never forget how lucky you are. Stay true, always. Continue reading →

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Comradery – Where is it?

Posted on April 28, 2009 by Karen

I remember hearing truck driver’s talk about the comrodary amongst themselves. It seems like years ago. Oh yeah, it was! How they used to wave when passing by. Some still do, but the young “bucks” (newbie’s) haven’t gotten the teachings from the “old timers” that have been around the block a few times.

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Blessings and Gifts

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Karen

Being in a truck is just as spiritual as being on the back of a Harley…nothing else can compare to the unity that’s created and felt from me to my Creator. But the thing that mystifies me the most is the “magic” of just being. Continue reading →

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Truck Stop Services – and The Lack Thereof

Posted on April 21, 2009 by Karen

Ok, here I go again….giving my thoughts, opinions & ideas regarding truck stop services (i.e. Pilots & Flying J’s). Earl and I stopped at a Pilot in Ontario, Oregon (which we stop at quite frequently) on our trip down to … Continue reading →

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Your “Other Half” In a Truck Driving Career

Posted on April 11, 2009 by Karen

Being a first time truck driver’s wife, at times when my husband leaves on a trip, I’ve experienced almost every emotion there is from elation to loneliness, sadness to worry. And I’m here to let all of the first-time spouses and significant others of over the road drivers know that you’re not alone. Continue reading →

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A Short Poem From A Truck Driver’s Wife

Posted on March 30, 2009 by Karen

People who have never experienced the life of an over the road truck driver have no idea how difficult the job and the lifestyle is. Here’s a little poem I wrote to let drivers know that some of us do understand, and that we’re thinking about you all the time. Continue reading →

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Potty Break….

Posted on March 25, 2009 by Karen

Let me start out by asking one question…..How many of you (meaning truck drivers) that are on the road daily really look around and observe the landscape, as much as you can, to see all the trash that’s discarded and … Continue reading →

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Long Hauler’s Recognition – A Letter From A Truck Driver’s Wife

Posted on March 25, 2009 by Karen

This story is dedicated to every long~haul truck driver out there, men & women alike! I am the wife of a long~haul driver and I’m writing this to give recognition to those where very little is given, which is very much needed. Continue reading →

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