Childhood Quote by Bill Watterson

“[Calvin's Mom is driving him somewhere.] CALVIN: Mom, can I drive on the way back? CALVIN'S MOM: Of course not, Calvin. CALVIN: Can I just steer then? I promise I won't crash. CALVIN'S MOM: No, Calvin. CALVIN: Can I work the gas and brakes while YOU steer? CALVIN'S MOM: No, Calvin. CALVIN: You…” quote by Bill Watterson — Download Open image

““[Calvin's Mom is driving him somewhere.] CALVIN: Mom, can I drive on the way back? CALVIN'S MOM: Of course not, Calvin. CALVIN: Can I just steer then? I promise I won't crash. CALVIN'S MOM: No, Calvin. CALVIN: Can I work the gas and brakes while YOU steer? CALVIN'S MOM: No, Calvin. CALVIN: You never let me do anything.””

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