Another Millis Experience

I'm sure we will. Looks like I may not be going out until next week. That sucks! My trainer was in Macon yesterday and they dispatched him to Ft. Worth. I was really hoping to get out today but I guess that ain't happening.

 

Sorry I have had no updates lately. I've been out on the road with my trainer for 7 weeks and did not have my laptop. Had to stay out 7 because my trainer went home for Thanksgiving and that pushed back several things. But finally got my own truck. I had a choice of three 06 T2's or a 07 T6. I really considered one of the T2's because of the space, but in the end I took the T6 because it was in a lot better shape than the others. Very clean and well taken care of it seems. New rubber all the way around, 480k miles. Truck #7077.

It has been a test of patience for sure being out so long and sharing a truck with someone. But I did learn alot from my trainer and definitely feel I am a better driver because of his instructions and input.

We ran our arses off for the most part. Got to see some hairy situations and ridiculous places to have to back a trailer into. One in particular... pulling down a residential street in Chicago and have to back across traffic and one block to blind side into the dock. Fun, fun, fun.

I am definitely feeling more at ease and can be myself again now I'm on my own. That makes things easier for me.

After I picked up my truck in Cartersville, they ran me to Ridgeway, VA (9 miles from Eden) then brought me home to Trenton to spend 3 days at home to rest and get my stuff for my truck. Its good to be home after being out so long.

I'll try to update when I can. See you on the road!

 

No that wasn't me. I wish I had an APU. But we did meet in Trenton when your load shifted, if you remember that.

 

I made it in for Christmas yesterday, which is nice. Head back out Sunday for a midnight delivery. Short visit but just as sweet!

Wishing everybody a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Be safe out there.