I can't believe anyone would CHOOSE to eat a school lunch -- ick. Why not bring your own healthier lunch?

When faced with the desserts, I would have done one of two things. I would have either remembered how dry and tasteless bakery cakes usually are and skipped them all together (and had a small bit of expensive chocolate instead) or just had a bite or two of each, savoring it.

Good for you for deciding to make a change :) Looks like you're off to a good start. I can see why the cupcakes and cookies would be a problem because if the students give them to you and are excited about them, you don't want to hurt their feelings by not eating them! So, portion control, just having a bit of it, is probably a good option on all fronts.

In terms of the school lunch, I would say to bring your own lunch - that way you can know what you're eating exactly and pack something much healthier.

Good luck!!

Keep up the good work, Diane! As a teacher myself, I know that packing a healthy lunch in the rush of getting out the door is easier said than done - especially when the school cafeteria is so convenient. I have resorted to keeping a box of salad greens and an extra dressing in the refrigerator at school. I can add to it with something from home if I have time.

you have a great attitude
sometimes I panick about weight but
it works better if I have an even handed approach
I do weigh myself though as it helps me stay on top of the situation

Good luck, Diane. I'm wondering what to get my kids' teachers for a holiday gift. The past few years, I've been getting gift cards for Panera. This year, I was thinking of Noodles & Co.

Would it be better to get something non-food related, like a bookstore or movie rental gift card? (I don't have the opportunity to eat out very often, so for me, a restaurant GC is a big treat, as long as it's a restaurant with some healthy choices).

Would love to hear from Diane and other teachers!

CG in Vienna:
To answer your question, I love to get restaurant CGs from my students as gifts. Teaching is much more than a 9-5 job, which means dinner is often something quick and not always that healthy. Being able to have a nice meal out is a real treat. As long as the restaurant you choose has healthy options, I think your child's teacher would appreciate the gift.

to the responder 'susan', please remember that it is not only the teachers eating a school lunch, but millions of students, many of who often have no say, and no money for other options. This may be their only source of food for the day[school provided breakfast and lunch]

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