Teddy wasn't one of those teenage boys champing at the bit for his drivers license. In the summer of 2006 he was eligible to take driver's ed and obtain his level 1 license (Michigan has a graduated drivers license system). Interestingly enough, both Ted and I were "late bloomers," too. So I was chauffeur for an additional year, driving Teddy to and from his myriad activities.
Two days ago Teddy took his driving test, and yesterday he and his dad made the visit to the Secretary of State where he took one more step toward manhood and independence.
Teddy's inaugural solo drive was to school this morning, which is nearly 30 miles one way. I thought I would be anxious, but as I watched him drive out of the driveway, I knew that his Guardian Angel was on the clock!
Teddy was supposed to call me as soon as he reached school, but when I hadn't heard from him within 45 minutes, I called his cell phone. He answered, realizing his mistake, and apologized. So now I sit here waiting for him to come home. I imagine I'll do the same thing for a year or so -- each milestone causing some concern (snow, ice, torrential rain, fog, etc.).
I feel so superfluous! I keep looking at the clock, thinking, "I will have to leave to get Teddy soon," but I don't any more! Teddy has his wings!
Today say a prayer for all new drivers, and for their parents who are getting grayer by every turn of the wheel!
'thann
