Driver's Education

I have many fond memories of my high school days at a school called PVA, Pioneer Valley Academy. One recall happens everytime I see a car with a placard on the side that reads: "Student Driver'. I think of and especially appreciate my Driver's Ed. teacher, Mr. Wilson. Because I drove a lot of vehicles on the farm, before I arrived at PVA, I was a better driver than most. At least I like to think so. To my credit Mr. Wilson DID tell me I was "One of his more advanced students." (Teens love the accolades. We are ALL teens at heart!) : )

On one occasion I distinctly recall riding in the backseat, waiting my turn, while Mr. Wilson 'helped' another driver. I don't recall the driver's name but he was from the Big Apple, New York city, had NEVER driven, had no need to do so and was as nervous as.... well, to use an old phrase: "a cat in a room full of rocking chairs!" The student actually broke down and cried from the stress. I'll never forget Mr. Wilson's response, "Son, (He probably called him by name but I can't recall) Son, don't worry, I have controls as well. If I believe something might happen, I will brake for you."

True to his fear, the student's performance was, well... horrific! It improved as we s-l-o-w-l-y cruised campus. Well, either that or I passed out from fear! I do remember the brake & stop, brake & stop & brake & stop and the creeping-turtle-crawl pace! I remember because at every turn, I strongly (and prayerfully) considered jumping out and sprinting to the dorm! I will never forget Mr Wilson's patience and positive demeanor.

Although we ALL know that NOBODY'S parents are perfect, I will forever appreciate knowing that Mr. Wilson was ready to "brake for him!" (OH! I was SOOOO appreciative!)

Christ says, "Cliff, Ned, Bob, Sally [Your name here] don't worry, I have controls as well. If I believe something might happen, I will brake for you."  Yes, we do have accidents but HE won't bail and run (fly) back to Heaven! HE never quits!

By the way, I passed my exam. Thanks Mr. Wilson! Thanks for your patience and understanding and for NOT jumping out at the first corner and sprinting back to your home on faculty circle!!! Although THAT would have been funny. I would have honked! ~Pray!