Last Thursday after thinking I had failed after reversing around a corner (long story) we got back to the driving learning base and I was handed a blue certificate that I will cherish forever.
It's only taken me a year and a half, probably over £1,000 and a bit of my dignity when I failed the first time but fear not (or fear do) I am driving!
I am also P-ing...
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In some countries having P plates is compulsory but in England you P voluntary.
Probationary plates are to warn other drivers that you have just passed and that they should allow more time and space for the P-ing driver and I think they should be made compulsory in England.
Though having P plates on your car is not 'cool' and I found myself wanting to rip them off after a couple of hours, they are beneficial.
Warning other drivers and pedestrians with P plates says that although you can drive, you don't have much experience, which should make people think twice before running into the road or cutting you up.
I think the best reason in having P plates is so other people stay away from me. Sure, I still found some jerks pulling out in front of me but on the whole people are wary and stay clear, which allowed me to get from A to B without being honked (though I did want to honk other people, I like honking.)
The majority of the time I will be driving with Scarlett in the car, so I want to make sure that we are as safe as possible. Having my Plates and 'little person on board' sign make me think that I have done what I can to keep us and everyone around us safe.
I am going to P for about a month, if I think I need a little longer with them on, then they will stay on but if I feel comfortable, I will gladly loose my P plates.
So when you think I am sad for having P's on my car, look at how far you are behind me...at least double what you would be for a non P'd car and that's just where I want you. Away from me.
Do you think P-ing should be compulsory?
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