Oye

Hey, sorry I haven't been on in a while; I've just been beside myself with family commitments, stressing out about work, money, etc. Excuses, excuses, right? Anyway, I'm still here, doing my thing every week; I've thought very seriously about changing my employment situation, but I hesitate, for reasons I've already mentioned. You know the grass is always greener, etc. The physical nature of this job is really starting to take its toll, though. I think to myself, "I'm getting too old for this kind of work!" I could very easily go drive for someone, but it really would have to be an ideal situation; no OTR, just something regional midwest, or dedicated, I dunno. I talk to the old lady about it and she's like, "Hey, do what you want," but when those health benefits go, it'll be a real hardship for her and my kid, ya know? So I stay, and I stew, mainly over a bunch of meaningless bullshit that I have no control over anyway. Part of this job is just stuff that you have to grit your teeth and bear; complaining really does you no good, because it doesn't change anything.
Anyhow, I've just been detailing my impressions here; driving, drivers, my job (and all the BS that goes with it), my general ideas about the trucking industry. Again, I'm not a know-it-all, so I welcome any criticisms, opposing ideas, shit, even if you agree with me, feel free to leave a comment. Thank you to those who've already chimed in; I've even made a couple online buddies
through this blog, so I guess it's not a complete waste of time. I don't know what the fuck is wrong with me lately; I guess I feel kind of old and jaded. Same shit every week - even my vacations were not incredibly satisfying. I think I know what my problem is: I need to get laid!

More soon,

Steve