When is it time to say, "ENOUGH!"?

I had a similar question way back then. Just like Rerun has pointed out, I think that many people view this profession as something that's easy without doing that much research before pursuing a driving career.


http://www.thetruckersreport.com/tr...verything/126704-why-do-you-really-drive.html

 

Not my wife

 

I gotta tell ya,you are way out on the limb with that remark.......Wishful thinking maybe...? Hours on the road delusion maybe..? Or,is she wondering if she can do a "flash" at the poor SOB drivin the truck where huz does not notice......then gives that "horny" smile as they speed away in the four wheeler......I do not know....when they,(she) looks,who knows what the hell they,(she) is thinking????? Nice.,Macho thought though Allow Me..

 

Great thread Bigdon!!! #### cold truth! Some of you can probably relate but I can tell just from reading newbies posts if they are going to last in the biz or not. I'm not a hundred percent accurate but am #### close! I'm more accurate than a Florida weather man! What's important though is that people are out there with dreams and goals and if you don't give it a shot you will never know. I have always said that when I am on my death bed I would rather say "yep tried it" then "nope have never experienced that, wish I would have". You are never a failure as long as you never stop trying.

There is a current post on this forum which I am sure most of you have read about this guy who has had the hardest time in schooling, and training. Training has taken him forever. He has been through at least 2-3 companies and hasn't made it past training. I feel bad for the guy but in actuality it just isn't his gig. He has put his heart and soul into it along with $6000 and a lot of time but it just isn't meant for him. I know the guy has a wife and kids and it is probably killing him to not succeed in his endeavor. Probably feels as though he is letting his family down. Fact is this just isn't a typical career. It's a lifestyle change with a hell of a lot of variables. The recruiters don't tell those guys this though and they get roped in with the thought of making excellent money while sight seeing!

Sorry for the long post guys.

 

Thats exactly where I am right now.Theres a thing in your blood,I can't describe it.I have driven locally for about 12 years out of my 14 years.I screwed up 6 years ago, and the super trucker in me got me in trouble(if you know what I mean...speed,I failed the test on purpose,as I could easily beat them) I got sober.I worked my ### off and went through all the proper channels,I mean I was working 90+ hours a week during that time, finally i had to end the madness.So I went through the DOT ASAP program. So I went down the wrong road,but thats life on the road, you can always turn around(thank you california I-5ers during 2005 who got into my face,especiallly USF and Conway.)
Its a thing that I cant describe.I tell newbies that ask me, if its a good career,I tell them if you like being away from home and family.Thats why I went into local driving after my two years OTR.Now Im in the same dilemma,Moneys running out on hours of work and Im thinking of going back out on the road. I miss seeing the sunrise as you have driven all night.but yes its not for everybody,and its worth a try for most people.

 

I can save a few the trouble. If you're hot headed or rebellious, you'll never make it in the industry. If you have a troubled past and nobody will hire you, trucking isn't any different and an easy out. Trucking is for the tough at heart and one's that can manage stress well. Young drivers need to reach maturity also. Being immature isn't a bad thing as most look at it. You're brain hasn't finished growing yet is all. Some take longer than others. Look at Bumpy.

Are you that CB radio DJ we always hear?

 

CC,-That really hurt....I have 4 older brothers,and when younger,took my whuppings like a man.,never shed a tear....,-been through 2 divorce's...,and I loved em both...= the pain.,still,never shed a tear..,but now,after reading what YOU posted.....well= Are you "happy" now??

 

32years driving. Job well done.

 

Let me ask this: Have any of you taken a local job that pays better, has you home nightly after 9 hrs and only have to work 40 hrs/week, but end up missing the growl of your engine as she climbs a hill?

My job is great, but I feel un-fufilled. I'm only doing it for the cash. It doesn't challenge me; there's no moment of terror from that unexpected accident in front of you. No climbing a snowy hill hopeing you can keep the wheels stuck to the road. No sunrise/set over a lake or hills.

Nothing feels like the feel I get controling a rig, especially when they were grossing about 100k lbs.

Am I nuts, or have I become a (newbe) trucker? This assumes the two choices are not exclusive....

 

I worked local 3rd shift line haul for all of two weeks. Couldn't sleep during the day without being in that ###### idling truck!

I could sleep during the day time no problem in a truck, but not at home.