The American public sees more and more women behind the wheel of a big rig and they must surely think this is a new thing for the women to branch out of the traditional boundaries set for women. Actually women have been branching out for many years–longer than you may think, too.
Archive of posts filed under the Women In Trucking category.
Love or Infidelity? It’s Your Responsibility!
Posted by Karen on 5 May 2009, 5:07 am
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.
Comradery – Where is it?
Posted by Karen on 28 April 2009, 7:52 pm
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.
Filed under Advice and Opinions, Current State of the Trucking Industry, Letters From A Trucker's Wife, Stories of the Road, Women In Trucking.
Tagged Advice and Opinions, driver responsibilities, letter from a truck driver's wife, life on the road, Stories of the Road, truck driving lifestyle, truck driving stories, Women In Trucking
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Blessings and Gifts
Posted by Karen on 22 April 2009, 6:10 am
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.
Truck Stop Services – and The Lack Thereof
Posted by Karen on 21 April 2009, 4:54 am
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 Texas to deliver a load and on this one particular day we had money in [...]
Trailer Of Breakfast Cereal–Getting It To You
Posted by Rhonda on 20 April 2009, 3:56 pm
When you arrive at the shipper in Omaha, you shut off your truck at the guard shack and give your pickup number for your assigned load. Next you sign a carboned paper that has your name, truck number, trailer number and company name. This is stamped with the time and you get the top copy [...]
Your “Other Half” In a Truck Driving Career
Posted by Karen on 11 April 2009, 6:23 am
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.
Filed under Advice and Opinions, Career Help, Tips, Advice, Great Stories, Letters From A Trucker's Wife, Stories of the Road, Women In Trucking.
Tagged Advice and Opinions, hard lessons learned, letter from a truck driver's wife, life on the road, Stories of the Road, truck driving stories, Women In Trucking
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The DOT Recertification Physical
Posted by Rhonda on 2 April 2009, 4:00 am
I am just thrilled that I get to have my DOT physical done again. Mine expires tomorrow. The medical card I carry is good for 2 years. I understand why you need to get a physical with driving a huge vehicle and all, but…
Filed under Career Help, Tips, Advice, Women In Trucking.
Tagged Becoming A Truck Driver, DOT physical
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Long Hauler’s Recognition – A Letter From A Truck Driver’s Wife
Posted by Karen on 25 March 2009, 5:37 am
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.
Driver Error
Posted by Rhonda on 12 March 2009, 2:16 pm
Friday. All I have to do is drop this trailer and get my new one and in 2 hours I’ll be at the terminal for the weekend. Then home!!!! And I will be getting home way before dark on a Friday. Awesome!!! I can hardly stand it. I arrive at our customer to drop the [...]
The Adventureland Caper
Posted by Rhonda on 2 March 2009, 10:00 am
This was written by my partner Chum, with some input from me. I know you will like this one. Its not a trucking story, but it’s a story from one of my bus driving days. The Adventureland Caper On an otherwise ordinary looking day, Chum and Rhonda got sent to Des Moines to bus a [...]
Filed under Bus Driving, Great Stories, Stories of the Road, Women In Trucking.
Tagged bus driving stories, funny stories
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Maintaining The Equipment: The Driver and The Company Share The Responsibility
Posted by Rhonda on 27 February 2009, 4:16 pm
Whether or not a trucking company or bus company will do the necessary maintenance to the vehicle is one good way to determine if a company is right for you when searching for a bus or truck driving job. But the driver also needs to understand their equipment, how it functions, and how to inspect it.
Women on the Road – Preparing for the Trip – Part 2
Posted by Tumbleweed on 19 February 2009, 7:42 pm
We’ve covered most of your basic necessities in Part 1. Those are the little things that will help you feel more comfortable while being on the road. I was also a driver, so most of my “time off” was spent sleeping. If you’re not driving, then you’ll need more “creature comforts” than I took with me.
Filed under Advice and Opinions, Women In Trucking.
Tagged items to bring on the road, life on the road, Women In Trucking
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Women on the Road – Preparing for the Trip – Part 1
Posted by Tumbleweed on 17 February 2009, 6:13 am
More and more women are starting to drive trucks, but there are still quite a few that are just along for the ride. If you’re going to be out there for the long haul, instead of just a few days, you may want to be prepared.
Filed under Advice and Opinions, Women In Trucking.
Tagged life on the road, packing for the trip, Women In Trucking
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Meal Time Can Be Tough For Women Truck Drivers
Posted by Rhonda on 12 February 2009, 1:11 pm
Many women truck drivers and I have talked about the problems we face when trying to get served a meal at a truck stop. But the problems don’t seem to stop there. It seems that women in general have problems getting served regardless of whether or not they are truck drivers, even at regular restauants. [...]
Filed under Advice and Opinions, Women In Trucking.
Tagged life on the road, Stories of the Road, truck driving stories, Women In Trucking
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