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  • Tell him that your old enough to drink (You are old enough right :p) and give him some examples of your maturity. Don't yell, don't scream.
  • If you can legally drink then you shouldn't have to worry about telling your dad about it at all, it will just worry him anyway. If you can't buy alcohol yourself then stop doing it before you become a DEAD child to your father who you obviously care about enough to ask this question. You aren't mature enough to handle knowing if the kid you are getting in the car with or yourself for that matter is sober enough to drive home. If no cars are involved and you are drinking at a friends house and staying there overnight... well then you're leading up to growing into an alcoholic. The reason your dad doesn't want you doing this is because he wants the best for you. Alcohol like any drug will disrupt your life before it even gets started. Be strong, respect yourself and don't fold to peer pressure.
  • I've told my son that being "grown up" is in your attitude and your behavior not your chronological age or physical size. If your behavior is concurrent with your "maturity" you should have no problem with alcohol. One thing...I'm guessing that your dad really cares about you. That's why you WANT to tell him. It's great. Keep the doors open btwn you two. He's probably lived a few more experiences and just is looking out for you while not trying to interfere. It's like that with us parents. I know this sounds trite but please don't drink and drive or let your friends do so either. You might find they are not mature enough to imbibe. Call your folks (no matter how late) and stay the night. That would show extreme maturity. Also, remember this...you don't want to do something now that you might have to "pay for" with the rest of your life. Don't be in a big rush to grow up. Enjoy your youth. I'll stop now.

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