Driving Permit and Bank Account

Cade was thrilled today as he was able to do 2 very grown up things.  First, we had an appointment with Bank of America to set up a bank account in his name.  We were excited for this and feel it will really start helping him manage money and have more financial responsibility.  It is hard to believe, but I know we need to start preparing him for being on his own in 4 years after high school.  He deposited all his cash and a check from Nana that he got for his birthday, so his starting balance was $400.  Now he can use his debit card to purchase his own items if needed and we can easily transfer fund to pay for things if needed.  He was pumped to get his own "card"!  Next, we had an appointment at the DPS to get his driving permit.  I am still in shock we have made it to this point and not ready to accept the fact that he is learning to drive and will technically be able to drive himself around in a year from now.  This is by far the most terrifying thing thus far as a parent.  I just keep praying that God will keep him safe when behind the wheel of any vehicle.  All in all, it was a GREAT day for Cade and mixed emotions for us.