Read the following context and answer the question.
Context: Dear Diary , For the first time in a long time , I have to say that I think that my parents ( well , at least my mom ) is accepting the fact that I need to drive . I feel that for my own sake of independence , I need my own car . I hope what my mom said is true -- that she will help me out in some way with the payment of the car , but I ' m not depending on it .
Question: Why does the writer feel that driving is important ?
Answer:


She feels that driving will allow her more freedom .