SMALL HABITS PREVENT BIG INJURIES A National Safety Month Reminder
June is National Safety Month, and it’s a good time to take stock of the unsafe habits that get overlooked. Most people don’t think much about safety until something happens. But staying out of harm’s way often starts with the small things, like being a little more aware and a little less rushed. What We See, What We Miss Plenty of injury cases I see didn’t start with anything dramatic. Someone looked away from the road for a second. Someone else skipped a step because they were tired or trying to save time. It’s easy to think it’ll be fine because it always has been, but all it takes is one bad moment. One of the most common places these small mistakes show up is behind the wheel. I’ve lost count of how many people I’ve seen texting while driving or drifting into another lane without noticing. Many drivers also put too much trust in features like auto braking or lane assist. Technology helps, but it doesn’t replace paying attention. If you’re not fully tuned in, you’re not in control.
The same goes for work or everyday errands. People spot a loose railing or wet floor and assume someone else will handle it. But if you notice it and say nothing, it’s likely to be missed. You don’t need a safety badge to speak up when something’s off. The Small Things That Add Up The habits that make a difference don’t take much effort. Give your car a once-over before a trip. Slow down when the weather’s bad. Say something if you spot a safety issue. These aren’t difficult tasks, but they do take intention. Accidents rarely happen because someone made one huge mistake. It’s usually a series of little ones. Thinking ahead, even briefly, can be enough to avoid real damage. National Safety Month is a great reminder to reset your attention. Stay alert. Stay consistent. Notice more. If you or someone close to you has been injured because safety wasn’t taken seriously, we’re here to help. Getting back on track starts with knowing someone’s in your corner.
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SIMPLE SUMMER GARDEN PASTA
Inspired by TheKitchn.com
Ingredients
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4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 lb angel hair pasta
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup fresh basil
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese Cooked, chopped chicken for serving (optional
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1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Directions
1. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper and toss until well coated. 2. Cover and let the mixture sit at room temperature while the pasta cooks. 3. Add pasta to a pot of boiling water and cook per package directions until al dente. 4. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water to add to the tomato mixture. 5. Coarsely chop the basil leaves. 6. Add the pasta, Parmesan cheese, and chopped basil to the tomato mixture and toss again until combined. 7. Serving suggestion: Add cooked, chopped chicken for more protein!
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