Yesterday I took my Commercial Drivers License (CDL) test. As most of you know when I commit to something I always try to give it my best. So when I committed to the CDL I failed in glory.
To give you some more information the CDL test, it is in three parts. You have to pass each part in order before moving onto the next.
1) Pre-trip inspection. Basically checking everything mechinical on your bus.
2) Basic Skills. Straight backing, offset right backing and parrall parking.
3) Road test. Driving around in the city.
Well yesterday I got about 5% done with my test and had failed already. I don't want to make excuses as to why I failed. My friend Ford taught me to male plays not excuses. The point is I did, and now I know what I need to do pass. My tester Wayne was very helpful and took extra time to teach me a lot of great information and I really appreciate all he did for me.
It is a humbling experience to fail. One that at first might sting, but ultimately I know I will be better because of it. So today I am licking my wounds but I live to test another day.
Keep up the fight
3 comments:
I'm sorry, I know you didn't want to make excuses, but I think everyone should know that the materials supplied to Andy from the DMV, did not even begin to suggest that he would be tested to the level of detail he was tested to yesterday.
Knowing YOU, the next time you try, you will pass it! Many long-time farmers had to learn how to back big farm equipment, safely. NOT as easy at it may look! Hang in there!
"He who humbles himself shall be exalted."
I'm sure Our Lord had DMV driving tests in mind when thus He spake.
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