i know how it feels man. I'm 20 and im completely capable of driving, but i havent done so because i feel like too much is at risk. I also understand the feeling of having to ask for rides from others, it's a sucky feeling because we're at this age now where everyone expects us to. Keep your head up though, i recommend not driving just yet, at least until midway to 2009 or when something happens with the DREAM act. I'm planning on not risking getting a job or driving because this year seems like a really good chance that DREAM will pass. Be a little more patient, our time will come.