Surviving the Teen Driving Years: A Comprehensive Guide for Worried Parents
January is Teen Driving Awareness Month, and it’s a topic close to my heart because I have a daughter who was in a wreck as a teen driver. Of course, as someone who works in the field of law, I have seen many cases like this, but as a parent, I understand the fear of letting your child get behind the wheel.
teach responsible driving habits to our teenagers. Even though it’s daunting, it’s our responsibility to do everything in our power to provide our teens with the tools to stay safe. So, whether your teen is already driving or will be driving soon, here are four things to help them stay responsible on the road. No texting and driving — for anyone The main rule (after wearing your seatbelt, of course!) that every teen should remember is never to use a cellphone while driving. Explain to your teen that if they need to use their phone, they should pull over or give the phone to someone responsible in the car. As parents, it’s also essential to set a good example by not using our own phones while we’re driving. Our children are always watching us and will likely follow our lead. Consider a ‘student driver’ decal. If your teenager is learning to drive, it’s a good idea for you to get a student driver magnet or sticker for their car. This decal is a simple yet effective way to let other drivers
know there’s a new driver on the road, which can encourage them to be more cautious around your teen. Teach teens the standard protocol for accidents. In case of a car accident involving your teen, instruct them to follow the same standard procedures you would. They must still collect all necessary information, contact the police, and exchange insurance details with the other drivers. The law treats accidents involving teenage drivers the same as accidents involving adults. Expect mistakes. Most teenagers make mistakes when they first start driving. So, while teaching them responsible driving is essential, we should also be patient and understanding during this learning process. Driving can be a scary thing to learn for the first time! – Michael Packard
That’s why Teen Driving Awareness Month reminds us of how crucial it is to
TAKE A BREAK
Bell Pepper Sandwich
Inspired by TheSpruceEats.com
Ingredients
• 1 medium bell pepper, any color • 2–3 tbsp cream cheese • 1 tsp whole-grain mustard • 2 oz ham (or other deli meat), thinly sliced
• 1 1/2 oz Swiss cheese, thinly sliced • 1/2 small cucumber, cut into 6–8 thin slices • 2 tbsp guacamole or a few slices of avocado • Dash of salt and pepper
Directions
1. On a cutting board, remove the stem of the bell pepper with a sharp knife. Cut the pepper in half lengthwise and remove the ribs and seeds. 2. Lay the pepper halves on the cutting board and spread cream cheese inside each half. Spread whole-grain mustard on top of the cream cheese. 3. Layer your deli meat, cheese, cucumbers, and guacamole on each bell pepper half. Add a dash of salt and pepper, then combine both halves and serve!
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