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This comical sight is in Ozark Alabama at Our Place Diner. My husband and I stopped in here for a buffalo burger. It was pretty darn good.

If you’re a truck driver then you have more than likely been to a real truck stop, such as Love’s, Pilot, Flying J, and TA Truck Stops of America. Those are the main ones. Not to leave anyone out because we all have our little “Honey Hole” if you know what I mean.

One of my favorite truck stops is a “mom and pop” type truck stop. It is called” Kewanee One Stop”, located in Toombsuba, MS right off highway 20W at the state line of Alabama and Mississippi. They have the best BBQ I have ever had. They have old fashioned food like I grew up on. I am, what everyone is calling us, 70″s babies, GEN X, nowadays. I grew up on slaw dogs from The Dairy Mart in Oakwood GA where I was raised. Unfortunately it is no longer there. Kewanee has the same type of food, hamburger steak plates, fried shrimp plates, slaw burgers and chili dogs, slaw dogs and french fries. They will even make you a steak, baked potato, and a salad for “free” with a 200 gallon fuel purchase. The people are very nice and they have plenty of truck parking most anytime you go there. The only thing missing there is a shower. If you get diesel fuel there and you get 100 gallons you get a free dinner meal, if you get 200 gallons or more, they will fix you up that steak dinner with two sides, and a big glass of good old sweet tea. On my way to Texas, my husband and I would stop on the way in and again on the way out back to Georgia. Doug is the go to guy there. He is the owner. Tell him that a Peachstate Driver sent you!

I have been to a big number of truck stops all the way to California and back to Georgia. I have seen some crazy stuff. Once I saw a man watering his circus elephants in the fuel line. I also saw the Idaho potato truck and had my picture taken and he gave me an Idaho potato pin for my shirt.

Walmart parking lot in Locust Grove, Georgia

This unique car was covered in pink ribbons supporting breast cancer awareness.

I have many more and some of you may have seen these places and odd occurrences yourself. As we all know being a truck driver never has a dull moment. Everyone be safe and take lots of pictures you’ll appreciate them one day.

April

Are you one of those people who gets frazzled at the end of your “Christmas to do list”, and can’t get it wrapped up?

Well I’m here to help! I have created a checklist to be sure you get all your gifts and no one is left out, and all your other Christmas errands and chores get done before Christmas Eve.

1.Gifts:

[ ] Finalize your gift list.

[ ] Purchase any remaining gifts.

[ ] Wrap gifts also check supplies,

Tape, bows

Wrapping paper

Tags

[ ] Write gift tags or finish cards and make sure if you are mailing them, get them done and in the mail. (Christmas is the busiest time for mail).

[ ] Make sure your gifts are labeled and organized

2. Decorations

[ ] Check Christmas lights for burnt-out bulbs

[ ] Set up Christmas tree and decorate

[ ] Hang stockings.

Don’t forget stocking stuffers

(Don’t forget your four legged friends)

[ ] Arrange other decorations (wreaths, candles, garlands, outdoor decorations).

[ ] Create a festive atmosphere for your guests (candles, scents mistletoe).

3. Food & Beverages

[ ] Plan the Christmas menu (breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert).

[ ] Make a grocery list for all food and drinks.

[ ] Purchase perishables (fruits, vegetables, dairy).

[ ] Buy snacks and treats (cookies, candies).

[ ] Prepare or order any special dishes in advance or thaw meats like your turkey or ham. Prep any items you can do ahead like chopping onions slicing or dicing etc.

4. Holiday Cards

[ ] Write and address holiday cards.

[ ] Mail your cards to friends and family to be sure they are received before Christmas.

[ ] Keep track of who received cards.

5. Activities & Events

[ ] Confirm your family get togethers for Christmas, church or events, and answer R.S.V.P’s.

[ ] Schedule any last-minute activities (movies, games, Caroling).

[ ] Prepare any necessary supplies for activities (games, crafts).

6. Stocking Stuffers

[ ] Buy small gifts for stockings.

[ ] Fill stockings and arrange them.

7. Personal Preparation

[ ] Plan your holiday outfit (for gatherings) take any clothing or linens to the dry cleaner and schedule their pickup in time for your holiday festivities

[ ] Schedule time for self-care (hair appointment, nails done, unwind).

[ ] Set aside time for family activities or traditions like caroling or exchanging gifts with people besides your immediate family.

8. Final Touches

[ ] Double-check the gift list to ensure everyone is covered.

[ ] Be sure all decorations are in place and packages placed under the tree and the mistletoe is hung

[ ] Prepare a clean-up plan for after the celebrations.

9. Relax & Enjoy

[ ] Take a moment to breathe and reflect on the season and the positive aspects of the year and year to come I’ll.

[ ] Enjoy time with family and friends from near and far left!

I hope this helps you stay on top of things this year so it won’t be stressful and chaotic but instead a happy, memorable time. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone.

April

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LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS CHECKLIST