Can I come out and play, too?

Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by ProfessorJohn, Apr 22, 2011.

  1. ProfessorJohn

    ProfessorJohn Bobtail Member

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    Hello all. Former computer support tech, transitioning through the middle of life via a stint at Sam's Club (slogging produce) and Ford (driving forklift at a couple of plants in Michigan). Ford had a better idea, and laid off all the temps they hired, so I've been laid off since May '09. With no other prospects turning up, I have turned to truck driving. I'm sitting in a hotel room attending school at the moment, and seem to be able to at least do the main part of the job; hope to get the CDL this next week, then on to orientation and driver/trainer stint, theoretically with USA Truck. LOVE this forum, with the awesome pool of information and humor. Look forward to meeting many of you here, and some of you on the road.

    (So, the professor part? I can't help but go into teacher mode in discussions, although I've learned a little about when to shut up. Even substitute taught for kindergarten, 1st & 2nd just last month. It's a blessing. And a curse.)
     
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  3. Ducks

    Ducks "Token Four-Wheeler"

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    Welcome to the forum, Prof! There is indeed lots of good information here as well as plenty of humor. A healthy amount of b/s, too. It's up to you, though, to determine which is which. :biggrin_25525:

    So jump right in and join us. We look forward to getting to know you!
     
  4. mcb_1969

    mcb_1969 Bobtail Member

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    Welcome! Good luck in your studies!
     
  5. Gears

    Gears Trucker Forum STAFF - Gone, But Not Forgotten.

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    Welcome to the forum!
    Looking forward to watching your progress...
     
  6. ProfessorJohn

    ProfessorJohn Bobtail Member

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    Thanks all! And Ducks, I speak "sarcasm" fluently; fortunately, "BS" is a related language, so I can usually detect it, but not 100% yet.
     
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  7. Bronco Brian

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    Good Luck and Welcome aboard!
     
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