They Grow Faster then Weeds!

Wow it really dose feel like it was just yesterday when I had my son, who is now fifteen. I remember all the sleepless nights, toddler tantrums, Nickelodeon programs and ever back to school shopping moment. I also remember saying "I can't wait until he's older"
Well, now that he is older sometimes I wish we could turn back to those toddler years- they are truly priceless.

Why am I reminiscing? Because the teen years are a time of growth, not just their bodies but their minds. Once they enter high school they are working on not just their education but who they are going to be in this world. I am proud to say I am proud of the direction my son is taking. Sure he pushes his limits, challenges me and sometimes makes me want to ring his nick. But, overall he is on the right track and I know he will continue to amaze me.

As I was saying the teen years go so fast. We have already gone through his first girlfriend and the crazy emotions that come with it. Now we see more of the back of his head than we do of any other part of him because he is always heading out the door to hang with is friend, see movies, going to the mall, and not to mention activities. If he is not running around there are 3-4 additional boys hanging out playing videos games, jumping ramps in the front yard and eating their way through the kitchen.

The latest is teaching him how to drive. It is funny how Hilary Clinton said "It takes a village to raise a child" Our neighborhood has always looked out for each others kids. Now the neighbors are all cheering him on and offering support in his new adventure. They give him tips, thumbs up as they drive by, and remind him of the awesome responsibility he has been given. However, you know they are also thinking O' Crap that boy better not run over my roses, play load music, or drive like a bat out of hell in this neighborhood!

So, how's it going? Well he is learning to drive a standard since that was what I learned on. Our first lesson was in an empty parking lot and we spent the first 30 min's finding neutral and the gears. Then off we went jerking all the way. I was surprised how fast he was picking it up, but then came the "Teen Cocky Monster" He started going a little faster, making sharp turns and when I calmly (yah right) asked him to slow it down. He replied I Got this!

Now, we are driving around the block for practice and he can't get enough practice time. My afternoon consisted of driving around the block at least hundred times. I need to join the HOA or the neighborhood watch because I see it all over and over. But eventually he will be on his own and I will have my own personal assistant. I can't wait to send him for the bread, take his sister to her friends and run my errands. I know he's going to love all the extra practice.

This is just one of many life lessons I will get to teach. I hope they all go as smooth as driving, and you know it's another priceless moment.