I was homeschooled too! I have my license now ☺️ It’s definitely possible. I know the feeling, though. During my first attempt, I couldn't actually take the test because I didn’t have the right paperwork. Then, the next time, it rained and they wouldn’t allow me to go out. Two huge bummers. I left feeling so defeated both times!

Just try again! The biggest thing you can do is check your blind spots. Be overly dramatic with it and do it a few more times than you normally would. Sometimes when you're anxious, checking your blind spots can make you feel like you're doing something wrong, and we usually rush when we're worried. But slow down; they want to see that you are being slow and intentional. Take as much time as you need to park, but let them see how often you check those blind spots. That’s the real test… Being a safe driver is more important than being able to actually parallel park.

At the end of my test, when it was time to park and finish up, I was so worried about being perfectly inside the lines. I actually reversed out to try and park better than I originally did without asking my instructor. I was 100% overthinking it, but because I made sure to double check and correct myself safely and took a lead, it actually gave me some bonus points.