foodcrazyfamily

Over all we have been doing really well with our new lifestyle.  My daughter, Pony,  was being watched by a friend for a few hours yesterday.  I explained to Pony, in front of my friend, what the food rules were per mom.  This gave my friend an easy out if Pony asked for something.  I packed a lunchbox full of approved food.  Pony finished her lunch.  She did ask for potato chips, but was not given any.  I was informed she snagged a little mayo for her cracker.  I would completely consider this outing a success.  Pony knew the rules, and for 4, did a great job obeying.  No reason to sweat the mayo!  I know that I am doing the best I can feeding her healthy food the 99% of the time she is with me.  She knew the mayo was not the right choice without me having to explain.  I just let it go.  I do not want to dwell on the minor indiscretion, when there are SO MANY things going right.  This is also how I plan to approach those birthdays at school.  If there is one I do not know about, and my kids choose to eat a cupcake it is OK.  The world has not ended.  Again, I am responsible for their daily food intake. Almost ALL of their meals are prepared by me.  I am responsible for their health.   They are kids and will not always make the right choice.  My job is to educate, but I refuse to bring anger into this equation.  I want them to make more right choices than bad as they get older.  I do not want this to be a war.  I am doing this out of love, so love has to be in every part of this endeavor.