WHETHER UBER OR LYFT EXERCISE CAUTION
With one touch of your thumb to the screen of your smartphone, you can use the Uber or Lyft apps to hail your own personal driver. But with that convenience comes a few risks that shouldn’t be ignored. In January, a Louisiana woman was kidnapped and raped by her Lyft driver, and one CNN report found that 103 Uber drivers had faced accusations of sexual assault. These stories should be a powerful warning to everyone who uses ride- share apps to take precautions before stepping into an unknown vehicle. WAIT INSIDE Standing outside by yourself with your phone in hand is a good way to let suspicious drivers know that you are looking for an Uber or a Lyft. To prevent yourself from accidentally getting a ride with one of these
drivers, wait inside until your app lets you know that your driver has arrived. When the driver does arrive, if you’re using the Lyft app, ask the driver who they’re there to pick up. Lyft gives your driver your name, so they should be able to answer that question. While your driver may have a glowing beacon or sign on their dashboard that indicates that they are an Uber or Lyft driver, these signs are not definitive proof that they are your driver. Anyone can buy one of those signs on Amazon for less than $20. Instead, make sure that the make, model, and license plate match the information provided on your app, as well as the driver’s name and photo. CHECK THE MAKE, MODEL, AND LICENSE PLATE
LET A FRIEND KNOW The Uber app has a “share status” option, which allows you to let a friend or family member know your driver's name, photo, license plate, and location. If you’re using Lyft, you can still share your driver’s info with a friend via text or direct message. The ride-share industry has grown exponentially, and laws and regulations associated with it are struggling to keep up. Until those regulations are firmly in place, and even after that, you should exercise sound judgment and take personal responsibility for your safety.
LAUGH A LITTLE
WATERMELON CUCUMBER SKEWERS
Inspired by CookingLight.com
INGREDIENTS
• 1 medium-sized watermelon, cubed • 2 cucumbers, cut into 1/4-inch rounds
• 1 block feta cheese, cubed • 1 bunch fresh mint leaves • Salt, to taste
EQUIPMENT
• 1 packet of bamboo skewers
DIRECTIONS
1. Assemble skewers by placing one watermelon cube, one cucumber round, one feta cube, and one mint leaf on skewer in that order. Repeat until skewer is full.
2. Lightly season with salt and chill in fridge until right before serving.
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