We are now enjoying meals together, as a family. The way we are supposed to. I’ve noticed over the weekend that all of us eating together results in me eating less and all of us eating better foods. We’re not just grabbing something and mindlessly forking it into our mouths while watching television. There is thought put into the preparation and presentation and there is conversation to enjoy while eating; allowing me time to digest and feel full.
I’m hoping that all of us eating together will help us through our toddler’s picky eating phase. She seems to be more willing to eat something other than tomatos and blueberries when she sees us eating other foods. I’m thrilled that if she is going to be picky that she is at least choosing foods that are beneficial to her. She has a 15 year old cousin that will eat few things other than pepperoni pizza, french fries, and potato chips—so I know it could be worse.
As far as my other goals, I have been successful in eating a healthy breakfast for almost a week now. I’ve been sticking to either a whole grain cereal or oatmeal with a serving of fruit. I’ve noticed that I feel hungrier though, now that I’m eating breakfast. Is it just me or does anyone else experience this?
One of the best things about me being finished with law school is that I get to have dinner with my husband most evenings now. Plus we are eating MUCH healthier!