Unless you performed the miracle of getting said child thru the birth canal? Ummm, sorry, but Mom gets to decide.
However, that being said, I do think 13 is likely old enough to mow. Mine did, also wearing Dad's steel-toe boats, and with Mom watching and re-directing until good habits were learned.
Perhaps you can offer your supervision or ask her to come supervise with you one time to see that he is capable and safety measures will be taken? Encouraging Mom NICELY to let him at least try might get you somewhere, but like the others said, you may have to find another kid to mow!
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