getting psyched about driving

I dont know how it works in the U.S., but here in australia to get your licence you first have to get a learners permit, and either do a test or take lessons to move up to your P's (i'm not sure what that stands for) which you have for a while until you get a full licence.
My problem is, I have my learners, have had them since the start of november, but i can't get that enthused about driving, so I'm not getting much practice. It isnt a confidence problem. Can anyone help me get psyched ? what are the best things about driving ? I keep thinking about getting a car and going on a road trip and things like that, but I know I cant do that until i have my P's at least.
Thanks.