Drivers Ed Troester Style

Nathaniel turned 15 way back on March 22nd.  He took Drivers Ed in June and got his Learners Permit on June 18th.  We've been dragging our feet in getting him behind the wheel.  The biggest reason is he just hasn't reached his growth spurt.  That means he can't see to drive very well.  The first time he drove was the other night.  We took our 1993 Ford Mustang to the Elementary School parking lot.  It was evening and dark, he couldn't see where he was going. However, that is where James began driving so we went to the same spot, same car.  That didn't last long.  So earlier this week, lesson number two took place. Another short stint behind the wheel.  This time Anthony had him drive our 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.  Nathaniel is apparently not one to press the gas peddle. Tonight I picked Nathaniel and Hallie up from Bible Study. I surprised him by putting him behind the wheel. This time we were in our 2010 Ford Fusion.  What kid can say they have driven 3 times and in 3 different cars?  Anyway, he drove fairly well.  Lots of stuff to work on, but I didn't even come a smidgeon close to losing my patience.  I call that a success!!  He only got to drive home as I had lasagna in the oven baking  for dinner. So that was .25 hours leaving a minimum of 49.75 hours before he can legally get his license when he turns 16 next year.  I'm sure there will be lots more adventures to come.  Stay tuned!