Jesus Take the Wheel!

My daughter Lydia got her driver's license today! She is so excited. And I have to admit I am too. We went to the DMV on Leed's Ave., which is always an experience in itself. Shots, Dentists, DMV (anything with with blood or the potential for blood) - these are all my job. Janet gets too nervous and the kids seem to do a little better with me - it's my lack of Motherly compassion. But today I was a little nervous for Lydia. I told her that it didn't matter if she didn't pass - lots of people don't on their first try. But truthfully, I prayed she would pass. She is so responsible and really is a good driver. I just wanted it for her. I told her to simply relax and drive. (I also told her not to fart, they deduct points for that.) Well they called her number and off she went with the Tester. I called Janet as she turned left onto Leeds. When she got back I saw her parallel park perfectly. As she walked back to the building she gave me the thumbs up - she passed! I was so excited I wanted to scream! We went back inside for the picture. They had trouble with the camera and had to take it four times. I asked the attendant if Lydia broke the camera. The whole event was a Daddy/Daughter experience that I will forever cherish. Congratulations Lydia! I knew you would pass - now run to Wal-Mart and pick up a few things for me.