My day started with a phone call from the boss asking if I was interested in making a trip to the Twin Cities. (turns out it was Farmington) Not being one for telling the boss no, naturally I said “sure why not.” I was asked to return this funny looking contraption after loading it … Read more
As the sun sets bringing an end to the day, so too does it bring the end of my career as a full time regional over the road trucker. Yes, I quit my job of twelve and a half years. After thirteen years and eight months of leaving the house on Sunday and returning sometime … Read more
We were backed up for miles last night in Wisconsin. Delays always suck no matter the cause.
I recognize that the use of chemicals on the highways of America in an effort to keep us safe is a necessity. Unfortunately, I find that I’m annoyed by how bad it makes my vehicles appear. When I left the shop on Sunday afternoon my rig was clean having just been washed on Saturday. Today … Read more
Sunrise the morning after the Groundhog Day 2016 snow storm was a beautiful one. Honestly, the entire day was very nice with clear skies (for the most part) and mild to moderate winds. This picture was taken “up north” near Wadena, MN. –QBall45
Waukesha, WI Portage, WI Overcast sky and 70mph roads near Portage, WI. I know I’m in for nasty weather before long. Sparta, WI I’ve found some fog. Still 70mph roads. I found the first few snow flakes about 15 miles east of La Crosse, WI. To say that my day turned to shit would be … Read more
Just south of Worthington, MN I watched a beautiful sunrise. I love odd looking clouds. Out west on Hwy14 near Florence, MN. Redwood Falls, MN Finally! I’m on my way home. It’s been another long week.