Monday, and it's back to school. When we got there today, we started out discussing public/employer relations and watched a couple videos, then did the obligatory test. Any time we start discussing different subjects, the instructors are VERY good about telling stories. :) It does help keep it real world, they relate what has happened to them, making it more interesting and easier for especially the younger students to relate to.
After that section, we went out and did the pre-trip on the truck. Each student takes a portion of the truck. When we get tested for the State test, we will only be doing a portion as well, but no way of knowing which portion. By having us take turns, it gets us used to jumping in in the middle somewhere and "keep on trucking" down the inspection list. That's their story anyway. He has had me do the entire engine area the last couple of times. Kim has done the rest of the tractor and the trailor.
A quick break for dinner, home to let Shadow out and feed him, then back for the evening class. We had discussion and videos on shifting, different transmissions and shift patterns, hi/lo range and splitters, and backing. Kim is worried about the shifting part of driving. I keep telling her it just takes practice, just like learning to ride and shift the motorcycles. Now it's second nature. And by the way, that's why we are called STUDENTS at the moment! :)
Our instructor called the trucking company in St George, and talked to them for abit on our behalf. HE came back and told us to get our application in to them (we do it on the internet). They are looking to make sure they have the miles to support another team. That has me a little concerned, but at least they are being honest, and not hiring, THEN leave us somewhere because they don't have enough for us to do. Filled out the apps on line, and now see what happens.
Brittany has gone to MEPS for the nite, and goes in and enlists and off to basic training Tuesday.
Wow, my "baby" girl is going in the USAF. I still can remember my first experiences with the USAF vividly. WE are proud of her, but nervous as I guess any parent would be, especially in these days.
Keep your head up, mouth shut, and eyes forward Brittany, we love you!