Driving lessons

[allana]

At long last I've sent in an email enquiry about driving lessons. The company's website said nervous drivers welcome, and I definitely fit that category. I'm less than happy with the idea of learning to drive, especially in England. Traffic is crazy here; every day I see appallingly bad driving leading to near-misses and Dave sees at least six crashes a week on the motorway whilst driving to work. This doesn't inspire confidence. I have zero confidence in my vision either, despite being told on Friday that I'm perfectly safe and legal for driving.

However, the longer I leave it, the harder it will get. Already they've introduced yet another new element which wasn't there last year - in addition to the theory/hazard test, you will now be asked at your practical test to identify engine parts and also about car maintenance. Lovely. So, that'll be fun. On the plus side, there's a half-price deal for the first lesson when you book online; so I only need lose £12 to discover whether driving leaves me a nervous wreck or not....

Comments

[silentinflames.livejournal.com]

I know you will be good, Angela. Learning to drive, especially if you've never tried, can be nerve-wrecking. But after a while you will enjoy it. Try to relax. The fun comes, I promise.

I love driving. Sometimes I even go drive for a while if I'm annoyed at something. Helps me calm down and relax. :D

Engine parts and car maintenance? Not that difficult. They probably make you change a wheel--nothing easier than that, really.

[glam-ang.livejournal.com]

I tried before, over 10 years ago (that really makes me sound old. Ugh). The instructor sounds nice, and I feel calmer for having had a good natter to her this afternoon.

Thanks for the vote of confidence, Brigitte!