Author: Haley Straw

Portrait of a woman with shoulder-length blond hair wearing a black top, seated at a desk with bookshelves in the background under purple lighting.
Haley Straw is a barefoot, homeschooling mom of six who possesses one of the most unique vantage points into the modern Plain world as an Amish taxi driver. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Haley now lives with her family in rural Missouri, where they are actively restoring a historic, century-old jailhouse.

Over years of driving, Haley has highlighted a personal map that spans 27 states and two different countries, safely delivering her Plain passengers to dozens of Amish communities for weddings, auctions, family gatherings, and specialized doctor appointments.

Because she is allowed to see deep inside the Amish world without ever being a part of it, her books capture the raw, humorous, and awkward moments of everyday Plain life that outsiders rarely get to see. Her true stories help readers slow down, laugh a little, and remember what matters most.

To explore her books, grab free Amish-inspired goodies, and connect with her online, visit haleystraw.com.
How I Became an Amish Taxi Driver: One Unexpected Visit That Changed Everything

How I Became an Amish Taxi Driver: One Unexpected Visit That Changed Everything

Haley Straw returns today with the story of how she first got started driving the Amish. This is the fifth in a series of posts by Haley on what it’s like to be an Amish taxi driver. If you missed any of those, you’ll find links to them at the end of this post. September 18, 2015, is a day I’ll never forget. It was…

The Road Between Worlds: Navigating Boundaries as an Amish Taxi Driver

The Road Between Worlds: Navigating Boundaries as an Amish Taxi Driver

Haley Straw is back with the fourth installment on what it’s like to be an Amish taxi driver. Here’s part one, part two and part three if you missed them. Setting Boundaries, Asking Questions Edna called one day and asked if I was available on October 10th. “Yes,” I said. “Great,” she replied. “We’d like to be picked up at 10:00 p.m.” Okay, I thought……

Amish Taxi Driving: When The Rules Get Bent – Or Broken

Amish Taxi Driving: When The Rules Get Bent – Or Broken

Haley Straw returns today with the third installment on what it’s like to be an Amish taxi driver. Here’s part one and part two if you missed them. Where’s your favorite place to travel by car? For me, it might be to visit family, a thrift shop, hike, or even head to a place of amusement. Most of us jump in without a second thought—but…

Rules of the Road: Five Approved Uses of an Amish Taxi Driver

Rules of the Road: Five Approved Uses of an Amish Taxi Driver

Haley Straw returns today with the second installment on what it’s like to be an Amish taxi driver. And here’s part one if you missed it. In my last article, I shared what it’s like behind the wheel as an Amish taxi driver. Today, I want to look at the other side of the story: the rules of the road. Because while many Amish see hiring…

Behind The Van Door: Inside The World Of An Amish Taxi Driver

Behind The Van Door: Inside The World Of An Amish Taxi Driver

Haley Straw guest posts today about her experiences as an Amish taxi driver. This is the first of a planned series of posts giving you an insider’s look at Amish taxi driving. A special thanks to Haley for sharing with us.  I’ll always remember standing in my Amish friends’, the Millers’, front yard, our little girls giggling and frolicking about, while Delbert and I visited….