In the town I grew up in, driving to school was pretty much a requirement. We had no bus service after the 8th grade! Shoot, we even had some kids born late in the year that turned 16 during the 9th grade and started driving!

It never ceases to amaze me these days when people talk about expenses associated with their kids. My only "leg up" was a hand-me-down used car I recieved at age 16. From that point in my life, I have paid for all my own insurance and maintenance. I also paid for my entire college education myself (parents helped with some books). I worked nearly full-time, lived at home, went to university (OSU) for 6 years (undecided major) and still had $100 in the bank after paying my last tuition bill.

That stuff must be way more expensive now...

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-Evan


Benz Fleet:
1968 UNIMOG 404.114
1998 E300
2008 E63


Non-Benz Fleet:
1992 Aerostar
1993 MR2
2000 F250