My 15-year-old twins have their learner’s permits. The other day I taught my son a very important driving lesson.

He’s driving. We pull up to a stop light, next to a mini-van. We are stopped just a bit further back than the mini-van, so while I can see the driver of the mini-van, I can really only see her from behind. My son then makes the turn and pulls up to another traffic light.

Me: You really made a serious mistake back there.

My son (looking very worried): What? What did I do?

Me: We pulled up next to another car. I couldn’t tell but there might have been a good-looking woman driving. But you didn’t pull up far enough for me to check her out. Don’t make that mistake again.

My son: (Quietly looks and shakes his head.)

Me: I’m serious. When I’m in the car get this right. Or I’ll never allow you to get your license.

Too many kids are left to learn these things for themselves. I’m going to make sure my kids are taught all of the keys to being a good driver.