Why have I decided to name my Blog, "Tucker?" Well I love antique cars, reading about the history of these cars and attending car shows. One day I hope to own either a 50's era Oldsmobile, Chrysler Imperial or Studebaker.
But, why Tucker? Preston Tucker was a businessman, designer and entrepreneur. He was a military manufacturer during WWII. Following the way, he began to manufacture the Tucker automobile. Now, there are a lot of different stories about Tucker. Some good and some not so good. But I have always liked the looks of the Tucker Automobile, of which there very few remaining today. While Tucker himself is surrounded with some controversy, I have always enjoyed the history and design of the car, Tucker. I also admire some areas of Tucker's business life. I feel he was a leader, if not in his own time.
So, hopefully, this explains why I like the car and name so well.
There was a song that made the charts back in the 70's called, "Easy on Down The Road." It is probably more remembered through countless television commercials than being on Billboards Hit List.
The song, however; describes, in a way, how I feel about my life. Several things have happened in my life since my last blog was posted.
First, I did finish my bachelors degree. I earned a Bachelors of Science in Business Management from Mid-Continent University.
Now, I am working on a Masters degree in Human Resource Management. My ultimate goal is to teach on the college level. I should finish the course in about 18 months.
Next, I am no longer employed by iSurf. That is an Internet-only news paper I went to work for about 3 years ago. When I started to work there, my plans were to help them get a news department started and then leave in about a year to 18 months. I had eventually planned to go to Seminary and get my masters degree there. However, when I found out how expensive seminary would be, I decided that was not a step I should take. After a few events that occurred in my life earlier this year, I decided I needed to move on, and I have. I do not regret working for iSurf, but I feel I needed to explore other avenues for my life.
And finally, but never last, is someone special in my life. Her name is, Beckie. I have known Beckie since about the mid 1980's. It was just this year, however; that I got to know her better and grow closer to her. I was on a friend's Facebook page when I saw her on his friends list. I sent her a request for friendship and she accepted. It was not long before she posted a message saying she wanted to chat on facebook with me. Beckie works 3rd shift and it was more convenient to talk to her then. Before long, we were up several times a week talking and getting to know each other. One night we started talking at approximately 11pm and did not stop until about 5am. She works 12 hr. shifts and she is the boss. So, she could talk with me. Now, let me stop here and say that I have always been attracted to Beckie since the first time I saw her. I never thought, however; that she would have similar feelings about me. But, it seems that she does. Our first, (unofficial) date was for lunch at a local restaurant. We met at 12 noon. We ate and talked, finished eating, talked some more, ordered coffee, talked some more, drank our coffee, talked some more, got multiple refills, and talked even more. Finally, I looked at my watch and it was 5:15p.m. Time for dinner...LOL. Well, we went outside to our vehicles but she sat on a bench and we probably talked for 20 - 3o minutes more. In other words, it seems we were hitting it off (as they say) rather well. Beckie lives in another city, about 45 miles away. But, there is no problem with this long distance relationship. We talk on our cell-phones to each other at least once a day. Most days it is twice a day. We see each other for dinner and a date as often as we can. Oh, and we are always sending each other messages on facebook. Sometimes, we even post messages that everyone can read.
As the song says, "Ease on Down the Road." I think that is a good description of my life. No, life is not always easy. There are bumps and sometimes even brick walls we have to face from time-to-time. However, it is how we face those obstacles that make our journey easier. I know I will be faced with some tough times in my future, everyone will. But, the journey is a lot easier with a positive attitude. And, when we remain focused.
Going to college is a life-long dream of mine. I have not finished yet, but I will. Having Beckie in my life is an awesome answer to a prayer. And, not just an answer, but such a great feeling to have someone so special and someone to care about. And I care a great deal for her.
The Easy part is staying focused & positive, even when it seems like things are a little tough. Sure, with college there is always homework and the uncertainty of making the grade. But, if you have a dream, and it is important to you, don't just let it hang in the balance. Make a plan and find a way to make that all important dream a reality. Plan your journey, map out each avenue. Before you know it, you will be singing the same song. PEACE
