Kinda New Here!

Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by ThomasEckard, Nov 22, 2011.

  1. ThomasEckard

    ThomasEckard Bobtail Member

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    Hello,

    My name is Thomas. I am 21 years old. I live in Hickory, NC. I am Married. I have 2 children: Son - 3 years old & Daughter - 2 years old. I will be starting my CDL School on 11/28/11 (This coming Monday). I will be attending Hickory Regional Driving School in Conover, NC (AKA Trans-Tech, Inc). I will be going to school for 4 weeks. I chose the school because of their reputation with drivers that I have had conversations with. The people up there are great. My wife is very supportive of my new career. I am a US Army Veteran. I was raised most of my life in a truck. My father drove OTR for 5 or 6 years, and my step-father has been driving for over 20 years. Needless to say, I have been around the Trucking industry for a while. My step-father is still driving, as an Owner Operator out of Savannah, GA.

    I may have just registered, but I have been lingering around the site for about a month, just taking in as much information as possible. I must say, there is a wealth of knowledge on this site, and I really appreciate everyone's contributions. I guess this is all I can think of for now. If you have any questions for me, feel free to ask.
     
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  3. Eaton18

    Eaton18 Road Train Member

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    Welcome to TTR Tom,

    21yoa and a US Army Vet. Thank you kindly for stepping up at a critical time for our country, and serving!! Glad you made it back to enjoy your wife and children.

    What a decision to make, even though you're in a trucking family, to choose an occupation that will further deprive you from some of the most important years.

    Good luck to ya'
     
  4. Allow Me.

    Allow Me. Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    Welcome aboard Thomas....don't be a stranger.
     
  5. ThomasEckard

    ThomasEckard Bobtail Member

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    It was my pleasure serving our county. I felt that someone needs to do it, so why not me?

    I know I will be deprived of some family time, but this is something I have always wanted to do.

    And thanks!
     
  6. ThomasEckard

    ThomasEckard Bobtail Member

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    Thanks. It's great to be here.
     
  7. Lilbit

    Lilbit Road Train Member

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    Welcome to the party!
     
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