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Well, my trip is less than 24 hours away. I have butterfies and nervous as all get out. But, I am a very determinded person. I just need to get over the jitters. I learned that the motel I'll be in has a mircowave, full size fridge and internet service...YAAAA! So I can still be able to talk with everyone to get support.
Classes start Monday. Happens that I will be driving in an ice storm that is projected for later this morning. Good thing I'll be in class for the first week. I have all my tests done already, just needing to get my permit. But I'll be attending class anyway...per requirement. That's fine with me. I need all the help I can get. I want as much info as I can to make me the best graduate ever(not to say that all you guys are bad or anything...just want to do my best, that's all) I'd like to keep y'all updated...that is if your interested. I plan to keep the reports as short as possible.
peace, j
Remember to always tip your pizza delivery driver!
[This message was edited by janetw on January 25, 2004 at 1:18.]

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So where are you going to school at? Any idea where you are going to start at? Keep us posted
Seek to know God and Jesus who was presented as the sacrifice of full payment for sin.
Do the VI maintain your following distance maintain your lane position observe the speed limit observe the things around you and keep good records
Safe driving to you.
Joe


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I hear a certain company has a trainer available right now.
"There's a fine line between fishing and just standing on the shore like an idiot."

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Just want to know, I guess Stuffs; others will take care of finding me a chauffer, thanks for trying though.
Seek to know God and Jesus who was presented as the sacrifice of full payment for sin.
Do the VI maintain your following distance maintain your lane position observe the speed limit observe the things around you and keep good records
Safe driving to you.
Joe


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fixing to start school on Monday - any ideas on companies that are pretty good and hire females? and treats you like a person and not an idiot?

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*** Just keepin' it real ***

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Well, it's the end of the 2nd day. As I said before, I pasted all my tests before I started classes and today I went and got my permit. Can't believe how much my picture has changed since my last picture only 2 years ago. Tomorrow after I do the classroom HAZMAT I go to the yard.
7 in the class and I'm the only woman. The instructor seems to have a slight problem with me. I am prepared for class and when I miss a question or ask for help(explain something) he acts like I am wasting his time. There are 2 others (1 with his CDL needing refreshing and another with his permit). However, guy with his permit has not passed one test in the class. And the other 5 don't seem to have enough motivation to do the work. Several come only half prepared or not prepared at all. The instructor seems to be pampering them. I don't understand it. I don't think any of them will pass the tests tomorrow(go to DOR). The instructor is reading the information to us...as if we are all illiterate(even though I can't spell). Gary(CDL) and myself will be the 2 that get to go to the yard, can't be out there without a permit.
Now, regarding employment. I (and Gary) are both contracted with CRST. The Friday I graduate I will take my car home and Saturday I take a bus to OK City. 4 weeks there with a trainer and then...stay tuned.(I don't even know)
Don't forget to tip your pizza delivery driver.
Janet

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Janet; where is it that your going to school? U did not mention the school or area in your post.
Just keep aplying yourself and u will be fine, I have been an instructor of a driving school, and I know that it is the instructors job to make shure that everyone is passing. So don't worry about the other students and their problems, Just stay focused on yourself.
Also I would recomend that you apply to other companies besides CRST, I would make them my very last choice if I were u, Try, Warner, Rohel, TMC, and U.S. Express, they are about the best to start with.
Good Luck! Keep us up to date
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I have a line on some GOOD lead drivers out of OK, City and things have been hectic lately but I will call you at home this weekend to pass on the information.
Just do what you need to do and try not to let that instructor discourage ya... Unfortunately Females in a male dominated envirment, sometime get that "Inferior Treatment" but I truly think you are enough like me to THRIVE ON IT.
So, mark my words girly...
"If you don't back down, They will back off" Remember you are just as capable as any other student but it's on YOU to do what needs to be done to prove it and like the nike commercial says, Just Do It!
I'm here for ya and rooting for you every step of the way!
NEVER drive faster than your gaurdian Angel can fly...
Angel

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Don't be discouraged.
if you think this treatment is bad wait till you say something on the CB. If you think you're treated poorly in person you'll be amazed how you're treated on the radio. Get advice from other intelligent women drivers on how to deal with it. There are women drivers out there that promote it and make it worse.

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I'm attending C-1 Truck Driver Training in Springfield, MO. I like it. Today was kinda lazy day. After finishing our book work, some went to go take their test and those of us with permits went to the yard. Mostly stood around and watched the 3 weekers finishing their backing. Looks easy from the ground...I can't wait to jump in the cab. But first, I'll be working on my pre-trip. I dread it. All the machanics of the truck. Breaks, pads, bolts, no cracks, breaks or missing parts...yadayadayada. However, I continue strong. Things are good...other than sleep. Can't seem to get enough sleep. My skills test is set for Feb 11.