SHARE THE ROAD BE A GENEROUS DRIVER
Just as it’s important for cyclists to practice bike safety and abide by traffic
space when passing — that means leaving plenty of space between your car and the cyclist riding parallel to you. If you have to make any turns, you must yield to cyclists according to Maryland Law. The cyclist has the right of way, so assess the amount of space you have before deciding if it’s safe to make a turn. If you notice kids riding their bikes as you’re driving, use extra caution. Cyclists who’ve recently learned to ride may be unpredictable, so give them enough room. Use the same approach with cyclists in rain or other inclement weather. There tends to be an increase in bicycle crashes in the warmer months, sometimes as much as 60 percent, according to one government study. With more people out on their bikes, you need to be even more attentive of what’s around you as a driver. Bicycle crashes are also more frequent in metropolitan areas. When everything is more crowded, you have to give other vehicles more time and space, especially bikes. We all want to be safe during our commute, no matter how we choose to take it. As the driver of the more powerful vehicle, it’s your responsibility to share the road and be a generous, careful driver.
laws, it’s also important to share the road as a driver. Anyone who’s using the road needs to practice safety and caution so that no one gets hurt. Be aware of and expect cyclists on the road, no matter the weather or conditions. Safe roads are everyone’s responsibility.
According to Maryland law, bicycles are vehicles and have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicles. Approach cyclists the same way you would any other slow-moving vehicle: cautiously and carefully. Motor vehicle drivers need to give bikes at least 3 feet of
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Puerto Rican Potato Salad
Ingredients • 1 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled (680 g) • 4 eggs, hard boiled and chopped • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped • 1/2 onion, chopped • 4 ounces pimientos, drained (112 g)
Inspired by Mashed-Potatoes-Recipe.com
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (110 g) • Salt and pepper, to taste • 1 small apple, cut into small chunks • Lettuce leaves, for serving
Directions 1. Cut potatoes into bite-sized cubes, and place in a pot with salted water. Boil potatoes until tender (about 15 minutes). Drain well, and set aside to cool for 10 minutes. 2. Transfer potatoes into a large mixing bowl. 3. Stir in eggs, bell pepper, onion, and pimientos into warm potatoes. 4. Stir in mayonnaise and apple chunks. Add pepper to taste. 5. Serve in a lettuce leaf, and enjoy! Notes You can also add some bacon bits to add a meaty dimension to this salad.
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