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Tammy, grab the bull by the horns and jump in. You will get nowhere if you don't take the risk. He might change his life if he sees all this country has to offer.

Good luck.

well I put a pic of me so you know im not just a creeper on this site and a pic of my kid on my profile so you can see hes not retarded

Thanks thats what im hoping.

Tammy, grab the bull by the horns and jump in. You will get nowhere if you don't take the risk. He might change his life if he sees all this country has to offer.

Good luck.

If I didnt live on the road for 3 years with my sons father I probably would have never thought of it

Rob T mentioned that most companies normally require 6 months of solo driving experience to get approval to have a passenger. And that is usually 6 months of INCIDENT FREE driving. One rookie mistake sets the clock back to another 6 months. Truck driving is not for everyone. I'd really like to be an airline pilot, but no matter how strong my desire is, it's not going to happen. Tammy, you need to set a more reasonable goal.

I didnt read this whole thing. But one flaw in your plan.. Prime and wilson dont have a "training nearby for a campground". You do 1 weeks orientation then go OTR right away with your permit.

Prime lets you have a rider as soon as your go solo. But no way yo have him nearby in school or training.

I was thinking of Prime.

I didnt read this whole thing. But one flaw in your plan.. Prime and wilson dont have a "training nearby for a campground". You do 1 weeks orientation then go OTR right away with your permit.

Prime lets you have a rider as soon as your go solo. But no way yo have him nearby in school or training.

When I was 19, my step-dad said "I Broke your plate!" meaning I had to go ! lol Barely started a new job, hadn't even been paid yet. No $ and where to go? Well, my grams was alone and could use help, being her "Fave" I moved in with her. gave her weekly $ for "rent" Until she had to go to a home to be cared for better. Thinking back she was entering the dementia stage.

BUT, I grew the hell up, and was on my own ever since that day, my plate was broke :) Looking back, that actually was the best thing dad could'a done for me !

Tammy, good luck !! Time for some "Tough Love" maybe?

You are 1 of a few new posts to have issues with an adult child who has never learned to grow up because the parent will not let go or give the boot to a child who has no sense of maturity because the parent evidently needs the child to stay around the house. Cut the purse strings, give them a time line to move and stick to it. They should have looked into the military for a future and the chance to grow up. I doubt your child will ever learn the skills to become a productive member of society or take care of himself. What would he do if you are no longer there to hold him up.

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You are 1 of a few new posts to have issues with an adult child who has never learned to grow up because the parent will not let go or give the boot to a child who has no sense of maturity because the parent evidently needs the child to stay around the house. Cut the purse strings, give them a time line to move and stick to it. They should have looked into the military for a future and the chance to grow up. I doubt your child will ever learn the skills to become a productive member of society or take care of himself. What would he do if you are no longer there to hold him up.

Tammy I feel for you in your situation. So far from what I am reading cfi may be your best shot given the details.

I’m not the lecture type. Nor do I judge anyone. But I’ve been around the block a few times.

I left home and went into the military at 17. It made me grow up. Your son has not had to grow up as of yet. It’s never too late. I raised 4 daughters as a single parent. Scariest part of my life. I taught each of them to be self sufficient, and they are.

9 years ago I retired and moved 2400 miles away from my kids. They were all grown and through college. I worry every day, but from a distance. I did what was right for ME after doing my duty to them. It was a shock, dad was no longer 5 minutes away. However they all did fine. We are always in contact and apart of each others lives, just from a distance.

You have to do YOU at this point in your life. His best place is probably where he is at, with friends around. He can learn to clean behind himself.

Training and starting in this industry is hard. No doubt about it. You need to be able to concentrate on your studies and new career with the least amount of distractions.

Just my cent and a half. Best wishes to you and your son!!