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My Swift Adventure

Discussion in 'Swift' started by road dust, Dec 15, 2009.

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  1. Dec 15, 2009 #1
    road dust

    road dust Road Train Member

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    After over a year of research, near starts, and almost going with CRST, I will begin my adventure next month with Swift. I will be starting with my cdl that I obtained last year, but due to the length of time without driving, I will have to complete Swift's driving academy. I do not have my exact start date for January, but I should know sometime before Christmas. I am looking forward to sharing this new adventure, and the many roads ahead.
     
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  3. Dec 15, 2009 #2
    TbonesPapa

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    I too, have done tons of research and am going to the academy in Phoenix next month.
     
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  4. Dec 15, 2009 #3
    road dust

    road dust Road Train Member

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    Good luck to you! I will be going to Millington.
     
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  5. Dec 15, 2009 #4
    Texas-Nana

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    Good luck! I hope you have a wonderful experience.
     
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  7. Dec 15, 2009 #5
    road dust

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    Thank you, Nana. Reading your posts this past year has been encouraging
     
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  8. Dec 15, 2009 #6
    whydontchahey

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    I look forward to following ur adventure!!
     
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  9. Dec 15, 2009 #7
    Texas-Nana

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    Oh my gosh. Why thank you. This forum and the people on it were so encouraging to me so I'm thrilled that I could be that way for you.

    Should you get discouraged at school here are some things I suggest:

    1) talk immediately to your instructor ask for his opinion what you might be doing wrong, ask for extra time practicing what ever that is

    2) do NOT tell yourself you "can't do it".

    3) get on this forum and say what you're having trouble with! People will encourage you and they'll also make excellent suggestions.



    You CAN do this. You'll do great and a year from now you'll look back and say "wow I've improved so much!"
     
    Texas-Nana, Dec 15, 2009
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    road dust Thanks this.
  10. Dec 15, 2009 #8
    road dust

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    Thanks again Nana, for the very good suggestions. I went through a 2 week school (C1) Last July, so I already have my cdl. The backing was a little discouraging at times, but all in all, it was an enjoyable experience. I expect it will be similar with Swift. Regardless, I will keep everyone posted.
     
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  11. Dec 15, 2009 #9
    road dust

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    Hopefully, it will be an interesting one. I really can't wait to get started!
     
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  12. Dec 15, 2009 #10
    TbonesPapa

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    I am very excited and I also want to thank NaNa and others for sharing their experience and encouraging us newbies to strive for success!!!
    I thank you all.
     
    TbonesPapa, Dec 15, 2009
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