s Made by NewMotorcyclists there is not enough power coming from the engine to the rear wheel to get the bike moving. You’re going to have to practice your clutch control to prevent stalling. The best way to practice is by going to an empty parking lot and getting comfortable with your clutch and throttle. Failing to Turn Off Indicators Another common mistake that new and experienced riders often make is leaving their turn signals on after making a turn or switching lanes. It might not seem like the most egregious mistake, but it can cause drivers around you to get confused
INGREDIENTS • 1 lb large mushrooms • 1/4 cup butter • 1/6 cup chopped onion • 1/2 tbsp chopped garlic • 1/2 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs • 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded • 1/8 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded • 1 tbsp chopped parsley • 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar • Salt and pepper, to taste DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. Remove mushroom stems and finely chop them, leaving the caps intact. 3. In a large skillet over medium- high heat, melt butter, then add mushroom stems and onions. Cook for 5 minutes. 4. Add garlic to the skillet and stir for 1 minute. 5. Place bread crumbs in a bowl and stir in the mushroom mixture from the skillet. Add mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. 6. Place mushroom caps on a baking sheet and fill the underside with bread crumb mixture. 7. Bake for 25 minutes. My Mom’s Italian- Style Stuffed Mushrooms One of my favorite dishes my mom made was her stuffed mushrooms. It was rare that we had a family get-together that didn’t include her specialty, so, in honor of Mother’s Day, here’s the recipe.
about where you’re going. Most new motorcycles have auto-canceling indicators, but if you’re driving something older, you need to be aware if they’re on or not. Not Inspecting the Bike Before Hitting the Road Unlike a car, you don’t have much exterior protection if something does happen while you’re on the road. Before heading out, make sure you inspect your motorcycle’s tires, fluid levels,
brakes, lights, steering, and anything else you can think of. You’ll be able to do this with
speed after some practice, but take your time when you’re first starting out to get comfortable with your motorcycle’s maintenance.
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and started slugging him when he opened it. I still got punished later but felt justified by my mom’s protective actions.
My mother had the honor of being both respected and friendly with so many people. My mom’s funeral was not small in the way that funerals oftentimes are when people die later in life. She had an entire church full of people. She was involved in everything from campaigning for local politicians to participating in women’s groups. Even in her later years, if you didn’t catch her first thing in the morning, she may have already been on her way to the casino. Throughout her life, my mom was able to bring a little bit of happiness into the lives of everyone she encountered. Life hasn’t been quite the same since she and my dad passed, but I reflect on our time together often and am beyond thankful for the lessons that they taught me. Happy Mother’s Day! -Len Spada
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