About the authors

Co-authored by Linda Hagopian and Debbie Ruane Sparks, this book brings together the authors’ love and appreciation of family, children, and the trucking industry. They experienced first hand the community’s love for family, its strong sense of patriotism, and every individual's generosity and resiliency.

LINDA HAGOPIAN

LINDA, a marketing and communications professional and writer, consults for the trucking industry, and has a special place in her heart for teaching children.

DEBBIE RUANE SPARKS

DEBBIE’S appreciation for trucking began in 1999 when she worked for the industry’s largest trucking association. Her professional commitment to the community continues today.