This piece of work is a bit “dated” so I felt it needed an introduction. Before I start let me say I’m not judging nor am I advocating drug use!! — The commercial trucking industry in the United States saw a small group of drivers emerge in the early 60’s into the latter part of the 80’s. This group were, in time, referred to as “Outlaw Truckers”. They were Owner Operators that would haul anything, anywhere, anytime. Not to be confused with a similar motto of the Vietnam area by another group — but I digress — These Outlaw Trucker’s pay structure was based on weight — The more weight they hauled, the more money they made. During this same period of time it was discovered the “Diet” pills doctors would prescribe to women would give a person added energy, stamina and it prevented the user from getting sleepy. There’s many songs that even makes reference to “the little white pill and west coast turn arounds. That’s what this poet is about — Hope you enjoy 🙂