Wellness Wednesday

Thanksgiving weekend, specifically the Sunday after Thanksgiving, is the most traveled time of the year in the United States.  Since many people will be traveling via automobile, I thought I'd share a few safe driving tips.

Make sure your vehicle is in good shape, gassed up, and prepared for the weather you will encounter  (Visit Consumer Reports for more details.)

Additionally, be a defensive driver.  This website has excellent tips.  Highlights include:  

• Minimize distractions.  
• Use "high eyes" driving, that be aware of the bid picture and focus beyond just the driver ahead of you.
• Minimize lane changes.
• Spot and avoid fast lane changers and "blind" lane changers.
• Don't make eye contact with other drivers as this is often associated with road rage.
• Look both ways at intersections, even when the light is green.
• Know when and how to swerve.
• Get away from bad drivers.
• Don't follow too closely.

In addition, always wear your seat belt and please don't text and drive.

Have a safe holiday.