So I'm finally legit. After putting it off for four years, I traded in my Massachusetts driver's license for one from the Buckeye State. I renewed my MA one in 2006 and they're good for five years, but it was going to expire on my birthday next month, so I had to get a new one quick so as to avoid having to take not only the written, but the dreaded driving test as well. To be totally honest, I'm kind of sad about it all. It feels like the end of an era and my connection to Boston. Plus, it was a flattering picture, which rare for ID cards. Guess I'm a true Midwesterner now. Not quite as glamorous as being a East Coaster. But I'll have to follow my sister's advice and make it glamorous. :)
It seems like the third time's the charm for me in completing any bureaucratic transaction. On my first reluctant attempt last year I went to the testing center, only to be told that I had to fill out the requisite paperwork first, but I didn't have time to wait more that day and left empty handed. Then yesterday I stood in line, only to be told I'd need to take the written test first. To add insult to injury, the testing center is closed on Mondays. Aargh! So I brushed up on the driver's manual while riding the bike at the gym, gathered up every possible form of ID and proof of address, and returned this morning to success!
It also took me three times to be able to vote in the May election because of a confusion in voting locations and the poll workers not accepting my forms of ID. But I digress...
For your viewing pleasure: A smorgasboard of some older ID cards. I won't be offended if you laugh. Talk about a walk down memory lane.
It seems like the third time's the charm for me in completing any bureaucratic transaction. On my first reluctant attempt last year I went to the testing center, only to be told that I had to fill out the requisite paperwork first, but I didn't have time to wait more that day and left empty handed. Then yesterday I stood in line, only to be told I'd need to take the written test first. To add insult to injury, the testing center is closed on Mondays. Aargh! So I brushed up on the driver's manual while riding the bike at the gym, gathered up every possible form of ID and proof of address, and returned this morning to success!
It also took me three times to be able to vote in the May election because of a confusion in voting locations and the poll workers not accepting my forms of ID. But I digress...
For your viewing pleasure: A smorgasboard of some older ID cards. I won't be offended if you laugh. Talk about a walk down memory lane. Note that the AZ license doesn't expire until 2045. They make them good until your 65th birthday, which I think is to cater to the state's large population of, shall we say, more "mature" citizens. I do love the idea of not having to renew every 3-5 years and think more states should adopt the practice. A double edged sword that would reduce paperworks and lines at the BMW but concurrently reduce precious state revenues. Se la vie.
My first passport, issued at age 18 prior to my first international trip. A treasured possession.
My first passport, issued at age 18 prior to my first international trip. A treasured possession.My one regret about today is that I forgot to ask them if they would let me keep my old license to add to my collection. Think they've thrown it away yet?
P.S. Thanks Rach H for helping blur out my address so as to avoid creepy stalkers.
3 comments:
so many things....
can i go with you when you dumpster dive for that id? you must get it back!
i think you're quite glamorous, even if you live in ohio. :) and i think your new picture is great!
it is so awesome that harvard spouses get their own id. my little sister will have a harvard id, that is just hilarious!
and last- check your email! pretty please re-post the pic of your license. i just saved and edited it so your address isn't showing. you are way too cute for any strangers to know where you live! you're probably not quite as paranoid as me... i can be quite crazy. just humor me!
Sucker. I don't have to renew for another 45 years.
wow. i'd love to not have to renew until i was 65! is there no rule in ohio about getting a new license when you become a resident? here in CO, they give you just 90 days!
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