[TKDLady]

I think 13 is too young in the US too without special permission and very limited hours. Twinkle's idea about the type of job is a good one because you could get discounts on those things they sell but again in the US you would have to be much older to work in those kind of places. Good luck in whatever you choose. But I am with your mom on this one. Enjoy your teen years while you can. You will have the rest of your life to work. You are only a teen once.