ROAD RULES FOR A SAFE SCHOOL YEAR Homework for the Highway Back-to-school time is right around the corner, which means we adults need to study up on how to keep the young students in our lives safe. Here are a few simple reminders about how to protect others walking or driving once the classroom bells begin to ring. A Classroom for Car Travel If your typical daily travel involves passing through school zones, now is the time for added vigilance behind the wheel. Although you understand why traffic lights and crosswalks are crucial, you cannot know if any pint- size pedestrian in your view is as familiar with the rules. Never assume children will only cross a street when appropriate, and give yourself plenty of space between your vehicle and other drivers who may need to stop or turn suddenly as they either drop off or pick up their kids. Of course, you’ll likely share the road with school buses soon, so here’s a quick refresher on coordinating your travel among them. Naturally, you should always stop whenever a bus has a flashing red light and an extended “stop” sign, but don’t forget that a yellow-flashing light means the bus driver is preparing to stop to pick up children or let them off. Tips for Strolling With Security With this year’s back-to-school season, your kid(s) may have reached the age when they can walk to school independently instead of getting a ride. Aside from marveling at how quickly time flies, you should make sure their route is safe, even if it’s a relatively short distance you’ve driven countless times. We often see our environment in a different light when we’re traveling on foot, and little things we’d normally drive by without a passing thought can become huge problems when walking. Before sending your young one(s) on their way alone for the first time, walk the route yourself. Does the sidewalk disappear along the way? Could cracks or potholes on the path create a safety hazard? Does the journey include any potential blind spots for drivers? Do you see loose branches overhead or construction going on? Note these or any other issues that could add risks to the walk, and make other travel arrangements for your child/children if necessary.
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Spinach, Feta, and Egg Stuffed Peppers
INGREDIENTS
Inspired by EatingWell.com
• 2 large bell peppers, any color • 1/2 tsp salt • 4 large eggs • 2 tbsp reduced-fat milk • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 1/2 cup chopped onion • 2 cups chopped spinach • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 375 F. 2. Halve peppers lengthwise; remove and discard seeds.
3. Place peppers cut-side up in an 8-inch-square microwave-safe dish. Microwave on high 2 1/2–3 minutes until tender; pat dry and sprinkle with salt. 4. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and black pepper. 5. To a medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil, then add onion and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes until softened and beginning to brown. 6. Add spinach and cook, stirring 1–2 minutes more until spinach is wilted. 7. Divide spinach mixture evenly among pepper halves. Sprinkle with feta, and top with egg mixture. 8. Bake 30–35 minutes until filling is set.
–Kevin Mottley
www.MottleyLawFirm.com | 3
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