Working On The Road

I remember years ago when I worked in the offshore oil industry, travel itineraries would have me away from home for generally less than two weeks duration. Those trips were often overseas and were more adventures than work. I knew that for the most part, I would be home 80% of the time.

As I venture into a new career which requires frequent and regular out of town assignments, I'm finding it both rewarding as I learn new skills and taxing as I adjust to weekly life alone. I have settled into a routine of exercise at a local gym for $5 a day, reading, some what healthy eating and my favorite, Skyping Renee every evening. Without the Internet communication would not be as pleasant. My co-workers have been on the road for years and have adjusted as necessary. Sometimes they leave work early on a particular day to see one of their children play football or soccer. I will be leaving tomorrow to make the drive to Sunny Buck in time for the city council meeting. Sadly I will make the 2.5 hour trip back to Wetzel County on Friday morning.

I have been blogless for a few days and miss the routine of regular writing. I hope to post more often and share my thoughts, views and musings about the towns in which I work and about my favorite town, Buckhannon. I miss the fire department, the Boss sandwich at the Daily Grind, the flowers around town and the friendly greetings when out and about.