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Posted on February 6th, 2012
Kay Why Dee
At noon on February 11th, a very different type of movement is about to begin. Patrick Heelen, an Alta Vista, Kansas resident is calling it a ‘Good Samaritan Movement.’ What it really amounts to is his plan to pay it forward. He had been rescued by a group of strangers after being injured in a one-car wreck back in December.
Heelen was on vacation with family at the Stowe Mountain Resort in Vermont when his car skid off a back road near the resort. He was alone at the time. So alone, in fact that while the accident occurred at 1am, there were no other drivers on the road. Heelen was also without his cell phone. Read the rest of this entry »
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Posted on February 3rd, 2012
Kay Why Dee
Ads are probably the draw for about 50% of the Super Bowl viewing audience. Each year, brands bring their best to the event to capture your attention and either make you laugh, make you cry or, in some cases, make you cringe.
We’ve taken a few moments to gather some of this year’s pre-leaked spots we feel are winners. Chosen mainly on their quality to stand out and differentiate from the run of the mill shock and awe tactics normally seen.
And, shamefully, we also chose these ads based on their ability to make us laugh. Read the rest of this entry »
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Posted on February 1st, 2012
Kay Why Dee
Getting the the Super Bowl is a challenge. Football fans would consider it the ultimate challenge. We’re fans of the pig skin sport our selves, but like almost everyone in the US, we can’t afford to go to the main event.
We do the next best thing.
Presenting the RealTruck Tag It and Win Facebook Challenge!
How do you play? Go to our Facebook page, find our Super Bowl team image and tag yourself on who you feel will be this weekend’s champion. RealTruck will then choose from the winning team’s taggers and present that person with a prize.
What is this fabulous prize?
An awesome FanMats NFL Tailgater Mat (in a team logo of your choosing)! The winner will be announced Monday morning on our Facebook page. So be sure to like us and tag yourself before the end of the day Sunday. Read the rest of this entry »
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Posted on February 1st, 2012
Kay Why Dee
We’ve done it again. We’ve gathered the best of the best. The crème de la crème – that’s French, it means super awesome. We’ve gathered our best recipes so that you, our faithful reader, can have the best Super Bowl party on the block.
Whether you’re having a large party, or if you’re wallowing alone this Super Bowl Sunday, you don’t have to go hungry! Make some of our fabulous treats. All tested out by our Friday afternoon pot luck crew (which seems to be multiplying every week.)
Feel free to add to the list in the comments. We’d love to hear about your favorite recipe! Who knows, we may even add your awesome dish to next year’s list of delectable edibles.
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Posted on January 30th, 2012
Kay Why Dee
A class ring representing your high school days can be a treasured possession. It encapsulates years of learning and tom foolery. It’s a physical reminder of firsts – loves, cars, jobs and responsibilities. To Dr. Sue Szabo it was something she had lost 30 years ago while she was a student at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. She had accidentally left it in the bathroom of the dormitory, never to be seen again.
That is until Cyndie Kindell of Warren, Rhode Island found it in a box of Christmas paraphernalia she purchased at a rummage sale. Surprised and intrigued by the find, she delved into the mystery of the possible owner. Svabo’s name was engraved on the ring, as well as the name of the high school. Add the year and she had a great starting point. Read the rest of this entry »
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Posted on January 27th, 2012
Kay Why Dee
Gravity appears to be taking a break in this neighborhood.
The video quality on our first Tire Fire contestant (vote for your favorite at the bottom of this page) isn’t great, but the action is pretty awesome. We’re pretty certain OSHA has restrictions against the methods this operator is using to load his Bobcat onto the truck.
Our theory? He’s just plain lazy and didn’t want to get out of the cab and set up the ramp. But in all honesty, he gets major points from us for creativity and execution. Read the rest of this entry »
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Posted on January 23rd, 2012
Kay Why Dee
Veterans are paired with professional anglers for a fun filled, relaxing weekend of fishing!
There are those who never forget. Folks who make it their business to keep what is real and important at the front of your consciousness and in your daily lives. People who make it their goal in life to Keep it Real all the time. Or is that Keep it Reel?
This is the fourth year the Marines Helping Marines Fishing Tournament will be held and it is going to be bigger and better than before. May 19th kicks off the fun-filled weekend for 20 or more severely wounded vets and their families. Read the rest of this entry »
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Posted on January 20th, 2012
Kay Why Dee
In 1971, Chevy’s truck campaign chose to speak to the financial side of argument when it came to purchasing a truck. They called their vehicle the “Inflation Fighter.” Very apropos at the time and an interesting snapshot of how things were during the Nixon era.
The breaking of the Watergate scandal was just on the horizon, cigarrette ads were no longer allowed on TV, the cost of a stamp was 8 cents, Love Story was a hit in the theaters and Ike and Tina Turner were burning it up on the air waves. I can almost hear ‘Proud Mary’ coming from that truck’s stereo system!
What do you remember about the early 70′s?
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Posted on January 17th, 2012
Kay Why Dee
Kayleen chillin' next to her new parking space.
We’re having a baby!
That’s probably stretching the truth a little. Our Accounting Manager, Kayleen, is pregnant. With TWINS! We’re pretty excited. In fact, we’re so excited that a couple of our team members decided to install the first ever “Reserved for Expectant Mother” parking space in our lot.
Kayleen was surprised and pleased! “Am I waddling already!?!” She exclaimed, “It says a lot about a company that creates a parking spot for an expectant employee.” Read the rest of this entry »
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Posted on January 16th, 2012
Kay Why Dee
Jordan Buermann, also known as J-swiss, newly hired at RealTruck.com!
We’re proud, honored, and a little choked up (to be honest with you) to welcome Jordan Buermann to the RealTruck clan! Jordan is official titled as Web Developer I, but we started referring to him as J-man, J-diddy, J-dog and J-dizzle.
Surprisingly, he doesn’t respond to any of these monikers. No worries! Working at RealTruck takes some getting used to and we’re sure J-woo will soon get the hang of it all.
Here’s a little bit about J-biz from the man himself: Read the rest of this entry »
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