OT: For those who have heard me speak of JOE:

Just a few of you know about my sweetie Joe. He drives a truck for JB Hunt, is about 44 years old, and charmingly handsome. I use to work with him in Holland- we were both DJ's. Money isn't that great in radio unless you're a morning host. Here's his URL photo: http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i187/twinkles59/JOE/joefriday1.jpg We've known each other since 2001. We never were really close pals, but more like acquaintances. Just over the last year or two, I've learned I had a crush on him. And two weeks ago, I wrote him a huge email, and spilled my heart out to him. I thought for sure, I'd not hear from him, telling a guy how you really feel scares the begeezus out of them and they run. I was kind, gentle, and just basically spoke my heart as lightly as I could, in a very sweet way. I scared my self by pressing send. But, I did. And I am glad I did. BECAUSE A WEEK AGO HE CALLED ME AND SAID HE GOT IT AND THOUGHT IT WAS VERY SWEET, AND THAT WE NEED TO TALK.... then this morning I opened up my email and BAM another note from JOE. It said, "We're cool, but you really don't know me that well. Thank you for the very nice letter. I'll call when I have some time. Joe" If you could see the cartwheels ......if you could see my eyes tearing up....again. I had some great advice from a great "sister" of mine.....and I guess if any of you out there have words of wisdom for a lonely woman who is attempting to love a lonely man who is a "truckdriver"............out on the road constantly and just as sweet as pie......then feel free to elaborate. All I wanted to do is jump up and down but I can't because I'm still healing so will someone JUMP UP AND DOWN EXSTATICALLY AND SCREAM AT THE TOP OF YOUR LUNGS FOR M E???????????????? Thank you for letting me share this most special moment -- though it could very well turn out all we remain is close friends, at least I have not lost that. And I know that. StAcEy () 'ing up and down and screaming YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY WITH ALL HER MIGHT!!!

Good luck Stacey. The affairs of the heart can get complicated. Protect yourself and your heart until you are sure this guy deserves yours. Let him proove himself worthy before you put yours out on the platter. Just my 2 cents from a gal who has many battle wounds but is still looking for "Mr. Right" Patt

Thanks Patt. I'm not in any hurry, and I know some things about him that he doesn't think I know. His way of life is much different than mine, meaning he is not driven, and has small goals, but I see that as a challenge rather than a brick wall. I'm just going to let it go in the direction that "fate" has it to go. Like spoken in "In Pursuit of Happyness": WILL SMITH SAYS AS THE CHARACTER: IF YOU HAVE A DREAM- GO GET IT. I'm going to get my dreams. I'm tired of letting my dreams come second in life. So I gave it a shot. Thank you for sharing! Much appreciated. Stacey

Congrats for you girl! Don't worry about "lonely woman who is attempting to love a lonely man who is a "truckdriver"............out on the road constantly and just as sweet as pie". My husband is a driver! He now works at Deans and is home every night, but for many a years he was out on the road and only home weekends. When you are a very independent person it does help. Believe it or not. I still find that I do things myself, even though my husband is now home everyday and can/does help do the things I used to do. One of the best things about his being gone was knowing when he was on his way home. It's that special day when you know 'my love is coming home!' and you just want to shout it out! Good luck! Michelle

Michelle, Thanks for being supportive and understanding. It's got to be lonely for him out there, and I believe it doesn't always have to be that way. Coming home to someone who adores him.....might be what he is looking for inside. I know he is searching for something, and I have heard him say things in our conversations on the phone that there is an element of his life that is a big wide open space. Maybe that space needs to be filled with love. I'm just guessing. We'll see where the 'road' leads....and what he has to say when he calls. I guess it's a relief to know that the words I wrote him were heartfelt words, and words I longed to say. I didn't use to be brave enough to speak up but now, what do I possibly have to lose? And the way I saw it, it was a 50-50 chance he'd reply, and HE DID!!! Thank you Appreciate your words! Stacey

Good Luck Stacey... My hubby did the truckdriving over the road thing for about 4 months a couple years ago.... It was tough and lonely... so be prepared... I hope it all works out for you and best wishes on a great relationship. Shawn M.

Thanks Shawn. It's definately going to be a "long haul" (no pun intended!!) to see where he is emotionally, can he handle romance and be on the road? I dont know. Time will tell. Hugs Stacey W