Too young? Options

[livwho]

"We have to push you because you won't push yourself."

A direct quote from my mother regarding swim team. (Just so you know, I'm an extremely driven individual.)
It's time to assume some responsibility and get a summer job, but my parents believe otherwise. In their minds, fifteen is too young to be working.

All I'm asking for is some independence to buy what I want with my own money, and (maybe) pay half of my college tuition when the time comes. Is that too much?

[jesusisthebestth...]

I don't necessarily think that 15 is too young to get a job, but my sister is in your same position. She's 15, wants to work and mother refuses to let her get a job. I understand that your parents want what's best for you and they probably think that if you get a job you may have to take some time away from other areas they believe are more important. But trust me, honey, working isn't all that it's cracked up to be. Minimum wage is a bitch and there are pricks you will encounter on enough jobs you'll have in the future. There are other ways that you can express your need for independence without getting a job. You have your whole life to work, don't push the time. Be 15 and enjoy it.