Yesterday we concluded Kelsey’s 15th birthday celebration at the DMV with her testing for her learners permit. It’s been a struggle just getting her lazy behind to study for the test. I had given her the book at the end of February telling her to study because the day after her birthday, we would be at DMV. A week leading up to her birthday, she decided to start studying. Most of the street signs she already knew, since she’s tested every time we get in the car. She’s very familiar with what to do and what not to do. And because in the past I’ve been guilty of texting while driving, that’s one thing I am certain she will NOT do. That last slam on brakes scared the crap out of both of us. Needless to say, I made the pledge to stop texting while driving. Hell… the life I saved was my own!
So anyway, Monday I asked Kelsey if she was ready to go take her test, she said no. Tuesday she wasn’t ready either. I told her that she had until Thursday to be prepared. On Wednesday I had to leave work early to pick her up due to transportation issues – which is the main reason why I need to make sure she has the proper knowledge, skills and abilities in a vehicle. When I picked her up, I told her I was taking her immediately to take her test. The way I looked at it, she would sit on this as long as I allowed her to. We have to motivate them to do what is natural in life. Learning to drive, getting a job, applying for college, exploring your opportunities. From the pictures you can tell, she passed her test scoring in the 90% range. I handed her the keys to her first car and we hopped on I20 with her behind the wheels. Was I nervous? NO. And I owe that to my mom for allowing Kelsey to drive on I95 from Eulonia to Brunswick since she was 12 years old. Now she’s a brave-heart! #RaisedLikeACountryGirl #CityLife
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