Almost killed myself on the road tonight.

**missybubble** · 23-08-2012 18:29

Originally Posted by Euphoria4

I had to head out late last night to buy some gripe water for DD and DH said he would sit in the back with her so I had to drive.. and I was fine

I guess I just needed a bit of a pep and you guys helped so thanks

Off to pick DS up from school soon. Still get those butterflies when I get in the driver's seat though.. a mix of adrenalin and nerves! Absolutely LOVING my new found freedom and I can't let a near miss ruin this..

Glad you did

And don't worry you will get more confidence. I used to feel like I was breaking the law when I first got my licence and was driving around by myself, even though I wasn't lol. You do get better though and you'll look back in a few months, a year etc and be like wow I've improved so much. They say you don't really learn to drive till you get your licence and are out on your own and it's so true. Good luck

**~Marigold~** · 23-08-2012 19:37

Originally Posted by missybubble

I used to feel like I was breaking the law when I first got my licence and was driving around by myself, even though I wasn't lol.

Haha, same! I felt that way the first couple of times I bought a drink at the bar as well, lol! Like I was doing something naughty

**missybubble** · 23-08-2012 19:38

Originally Posted by Euphoria4

Haha, same! I felt that way the first couple of times I bought a drink at the bar as well, lol! Like I was doing something naughty

Lol yep, it's like wow I have this sudden power

Hehe.

**kezanazz** · 23-08-2012 19:51

Just a quick note...
Glad you are ok-and pp's are right-it's best to get back in the car

Also about the defensive driving course-there's a new school of thought about that these are actually counter productive.
They are done in controlled conditions and unrealistic scenarios and end up giving drivers a false sense of security and they then take more risks and endanger themselves and others.

**~Marigold~** · 23-08-2012 20:00

That does make sense, Kezanzz.. I can see how it could have both negative and positive outcomes and give a driver a false feeling of confidence.

I went out this arvo and was caught driving in a hail storm.. was a little tricky but I'm glad I've experienced it now.