On the road trucking with Irish Terrier, Maddie, and her owners, Greg and Lisa.

Greenwood, Indiana

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Sat, 28 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Not to sure if Maddie was checking out the geese, or if they were checking out her.

South Bend, Washington (we're not in Indiana anymore)

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Tue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

South Bend, Washington is called the Oyster Capital of the world. While waiting to be load with 8000 pounds of Oysters, Maddie and I took a little walk by the Willapa river. We couldn’t ask for a more beautiful day.

University of Notre Dame

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Our little Fighting Irish girl at Notre Dame University! Maddie even checked out a student hall while driving around the campus and visiting the Notre Dame Bookstore.

Shopping and movie time in Peru, Indiana

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Sat, 14 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Out shopping with some cousins during our time off in Indiana. Maddie was a good sport about all the packages BUT ONLY AFTER she saw her new bed and realized there were treats for her in some of those bags. Lol

Maddie had to watch the movie Firehouse Dog when we were on our time off at grandma's place in Peru,Indiana.

A Little "R&R" in Peru, Indiana

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Fri, 13 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Spending a few busy days sightseeing in Peru, Indiana

This is Seven Pillars on the old Frances Sloccum Trail, 3 miles east of Peru. For the tribe of Miami Indians that inhabited the Mississinewa River Valley, Seven Pillars was more than a landmark of natural beauty. It was a "gateway to the other world". Here, the Tribal Council would meet within the grotto-like alcoves feeling that their ancestors would be present to help guide them with their wisdom. It was also where criminal proceedings were held, and where those found guilty of the most grievous crimes against the tribe would be beheaded.

Checking out a covered bridge in Roann, Indiana

Everything's Coming Up...Dandelions

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Thu, 12 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Maddie checks out the Dandelion patch at a rest stop in Louisville, Kentucky. Just a wee bit windy!

Chattanooga, Tennessee

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Tue, 03 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Covenant Transport Home Terminal

Visiting our Home Terminal today! Maddie stopped at the building then we went for a nice walk on the trail they have for us drivers to get some exercise.

Luck of the Irish!

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Tue, 03 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Maddie was checking out the clove patch today in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She found two 4-leaf clovers, and one 5-leaf clover! Have never seen a 5-leaf clover before - Maddie must have all the luck!

Rawlins, Wyoming

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Greg and Maddie out for a walk in Rawlins, Wy. Just a bit on the chill side at 35 degrees.

West Point, Georgia

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Sun, 25 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Georgia Visitor Center

Maddie finally gets to check out a Dog Wood tree!

Louisville, Kentucky

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Maddie was ready to check out the woods! We had a little talk about why she couldn’t go romping through there. She then decided I needed her muddy paw prints �� on me!

On cold days, Maddie manages to keep warm, and on warm days she’s on her back under the A/C vent. We are very lucky Maddie shares the bed with us.

Memphis, Tennessee

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Sat, 17 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Maddie got a good look of the Mississippi River today, going over it into Memphis, Tennessee. Boy is the water level high!

New Paris, Ohio

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Seems as though Punxsutawney Phil was right about 6 more weeks of winter. It is 1pm here, and only 37degrees.

Nanny's Birthday

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Sun, 25 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Monrovia, Ca. - Maddie helped Nanny (Lisa’s Mother)celebrate her 92nd Birthday.

Meet the Grand Kids

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Sat, 24 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Apple Valley, Ca. - Maddie meets 3 of the grand kids; Hailey, Aiden, and Paige, and was showered with an evening of love!

Maddie's New Truck

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Maddie loves being on the road in her brand new truck!

Portland, Oregon

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

We treated Maddie to a hotel room for being a great trucker girl. She definitely knows how to take over a bed and have a good time.

California and Oregon

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Sun, 18 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Here’s a couple pictures that were taken in California and Oregon. Co-pilot Maddie is doing a little sightseeing and sunbathing.

Maddie on Alert

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Thu, 15 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Lathrop, Ca. 2 am. Greg and I decided to catch a few Z’s before we picked up our load, and a small growl woke us up. Apparently, Maddie has taken on the job of guard dog while we sleep!

2 Weeks and 22 States

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Wed, 14 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

With just 2 weeks on the road, Maddie has been in 22 states. She really is doing great. This is her giving me a stink eye look when I tried to get her to move out of the middle of the bed. She now believes the sleeper is her bedroom and we are lucky to share with her.

What a Trouper!

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Tue, 06 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Maddie has taken to trucking, like a duck to water. After less than 2 days, she now knows when the truck stops, she gets to go out. We do have to work on that the middle of the bed is not hers, she has to share, but she’s learning. We did hear a light growl come out of her when a guy walked by our truck, but otherwise no other sound. Even when we were still at the house, and the 3 dogs behind us were barking non stop, she didn’t bark. We weren’t sure if it was because everything was so new to her, or if she was just a quiet little girl.

A Taste of Cold Weather

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Fri, 02 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Well, Maddie had her first taste of bitter cold, 9 below in Montana. She had no problem with her boots, or sweatsuit, but wasn’t quite sure at first where to do her business in the snow. She figured it out soon enough though. Lol

New Home and First Road Trip

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Maddie is adjusting pretty well. The last 2 days she has investigated the back yard and she found a spot to sunbathe. We had her in the truck a couple of times to check it out, and I’m afraid she has called dibs on the passenger seat, maybe I can convince her to share it with me.

Maddie doesn’t seem to show favorites with us, she will sit with either of us in our recliners. She has also found Nellie's favorite spot on the couch, and even looks out the window like she did.

Today is the big day, we will take Maddie on her first road trip around 3 pm. We will be going to Pennsylvania and I’m hoping for a little snow somewhere to see how she likes it.

Maddie's First Week With Her New Family

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Wed, 24 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

This has been one long week for us, I think we feel like new parents adopting a child. Greg and Maddie are becoming good buddies already. We even have a new truck for Maddie! It’s a company truck, but it is brand new. Greg has even made sure that Maddie has a place for her stuff.

Follow Travels of Retired Irish Terrier, Maddie

jeri.demartini@gmail.com (Jeri De Martini) — Sat, 20 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Meet CH Rockledge's Madelene of Meath (aka Maddie) who is 3 1/2 years old and recently retired from both the show ring and breeding. Not only is Maddie a show champion but two of her four puppies are champions. Lovable Maddie has found a new home - on the road in a brand new truck with professional truck drivers Greg and Lisa!

Follow along with stories of Maddie's Travels as she and her new family experience fun adventures on the road...