Hello....

Hi, I just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Mark and I am considering a new career as a Truck Driver. I thought this was the best place to do some research, ask questions and learn first hand from folks who are experienced.

I have never driven a"trailer truck/18 wheeler". Years ago, I did drive a straight truck for about a year. I drove out of New Jersey as far south as Richmond and as far North to Boston, and everywhere in between. I look back at that job and I still think I was at my happiest.

Since then, I have worked like so many others in the Corporate Cubicle World, Retail, Car Sales, etc.
Now, out of work, Divorced, Kids all grown and on their own...... I started thinking that I would rather be working out on the road driving, then sitting at some desk being micromanaged to death. I am sure you have heard this story many times before.......

I know, like all jobs, the are down sides too. But all considerd, I am tired of monkey suits and mundane jobs where you never feel you accomplished a thing, even over the course of years. No gratification.

So, here I am, reading posts - trying to see what direction to go in. I always felt like a bit of a Gypsy as I love being out on the road. I have driven cross counry several times. With nothing at this time in my life to hold me down, my thoughts are towards OTR / long haul driving.

Anyway - at this point it is just a thought - any advice will be appreciated and I plan on spending some time here on this Forum over the next couple of weeks learning what I can and then making a decision.

So, again... Hello to all and Thanks in advance for any help!
Mark B.