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One of the joys of being a Middle Aged Mama is when your kids learn to drive.
And I use the word “joys” loosely 
Call me chicken, but when Mr 20 got his Learner’s Permit I left the task of driving instructor totally up to the hubster; I knew my nerves couldn’t handle it. It was only as our son became more confident as a driver that I occasionally let him take the wheel.
Of course the tables have completely turned on me now. Last year Mr 20 bought a flash car – a black Nissan 350Z – and guess who is NOT ALLOWED TO DRIVE IT?!
Miss 17 is happy to rely on public transport for the time being and has not yet gone for her L’s, so I have not yet had to endure go through the same with her.
A Good Driving Record
Mind you, both she and Mr 20 give a running commentary on my driving technique if they are travelling in the car with me. As I remind them, I have been driving since before they were born! And, I have only been booked once – over 25 years ago – when I didn’t come to a full stop at a “Stop” sign. I was turning left and it seemed safe, but in the eyes of the law that was just not good enough! I reckon that’s a pretty good track record.
Despite my years of driving experience, I’m the first to admit I’m not always the perfect driver. I’ve been known to take corners too close and have scratched my mags, and may (or may not) have reversed into things more than once (ahem). My car has a rear spoiler and I totally couldn’t see that darn shopping trolley / trailer / cross out which does not apply!
However when I saw this infographic of Defensive Driving Tips from the folk at Sinnamon Lawyers, I was pleased to note that on the whole, I am being a good defensive driver. These points are great for passing on to when your kids learn to drive – and for us older fogies Middle Aged Mamas too.
