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[quote=Anonymous]We plan to do same as last time (2nd time HM here): First two days we do practice driving but otherwise are not doing much active "training." Do something fun as a family together on Day 1 or 2.  Day 3 is the first work day - I'll stay home - have her behind the wheel of the car but I'm riding along explaining when/where/etc.  Day 4 HD is home, again AP behind the wheel, HD riding along explaining.  Day 5 first "real" work day with no host parents and she's driving on her own.

We have a German AP and will get another German AP.  Our current AP was a very good driver from the start but did have to get used to driving an automatic.  For normal daily driving APs don't need to drive far (just a couple of miles) with no beltway/highway driving.

One question for other experienced HMs: do you go with your AP for the SSN?  Or send her on her own?  Last year we accompanied but I wonder if she could handle on her own.  Also, FWIW, last year opening the bank account without the SSN was a PITA.  (Suntrust Bank).  Can anyone recommend a bank where this isn't such a hassle?  Or do you just wait until AP has the SSN?[/quote]

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