Okay i will be 17 in like a little over a month and i still haven't gotten my permit. My parents said they would let me take drivers ed but never said when. But they say that they don't want me driving, even when im a senior. Their reason is that im not mature enough to get behind the wheel, but i make good grades...i don't drink, do drugs, sneak out or anything! I don't know what i can do to convinvce them but i really need to drive next year because i want to take college classes and ISM. Help me!
2007-02-21 12:18:15 · 5 answers · asked by c-lo 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Hi! I think your parents are just nervous for you, that's all but you are older and growing up and they need to understand that right. And it sounds like you may have sat and talked with them already but you need to be very forward about your feelings, let them know that you are very serious about your schooling and if you can't drive this is going to cause inconsistency ya know. And going to drivers ed is awesome, I mean you learn everything that need to learn right. You just have to let your parents know that you understand that they may be worried but that they need to give you a chance to go forward with your future and ask them for their trust. maybe even prove it to them, like after you take a few road tests ask your mom and dad to go out with you, show them that their is nothing for them to worry about. All you need to do is set their mind at ease so that they aren't so worried.
Okay chow!
2007-02-21 12:38:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It appears from your question that you are a responsible young person, is there a financial reason your parents want you to wait. Is it possible you could get a part time job to help with insurance and gas, etc.? My daughter is a senior in high school in the morning, attends the local junior college in the late morning/afternoons and works 3 days a week. She is in the Honor Society and maintains Superintendent list so we feel she is more than responsible and mature enough for the responsibility driving brings. Ask your parents to sit down and explain their feelings about this very important event, and let them know your plans and how you expect to carry them out with their help. If possible have information to back your plans ready when you talk to them (college courses which you want to enroll for, cost of it, etc.). Good luck and God Bless.
2007-02-21 12:28:28 · answer #2 · answered by tersey562 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are trying to sell something to your parents right? Namely, your ability to drive safely etc;.
Just do what any good sales person does. Show the prospect(s) (your parents) what's in it for them. Figure out how your driving the family car will benefit your parents and sell them on the benefits.
E.g., tell your parents you can run errands for them that would include doing the shopping, picking up dry cleaning, taking the dog to the vet. and so on.
After doing these errands for a month or so just start asking them if you can have the car for yourself. They should say yes if you've proven yourself to be a safe, responsible and helpful motorist. :)
2007-02-21 12:29:44 · answer #3 · answered by crazyninjadudeguy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have to say that this is not really up to your parents...if you are old enough to drive then take drivers ed in school to get your permit...if thats not available then have one of your friends take you to a testing point and get your permit...they can't hold you back from driving...good luck to you
2007-02-21 12:54:36 · answer #4 · answered by futurecreationsusa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get drunk and go 2 a wild party??
2007-02-21 12:21:15 · answer #5 · answered by crittergirl 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋