Family meals: Make them more frequent by making them fun

I found the following article online about family meals:

Family meals: Make them more frequent by making them fun

Cooking and eating offer abundant opportunities to bring rituals of comfort and pleasure into daily life, simply because we all need to eat every day. Yet often, they’re missed opportunities, as frozen entrées, makeshift meals, and take-out menus call to our craving for convenience. No wonder so many Western cultures have become overfed and undernourished. Serving fresh food that’s been prepared with love (or at least a good attitude) and seasoned with camaraderie is a simple formula for nourishing both body and soul on a daily basis.

Meals aren’t only about the food on the table. The setting, atmosphere, stories, and conversations that accompany the food all contribute to making even the most ordinary meal memorable. And don’t forget that fun and memorable family meals can include breakfast, picnics, and meals shared with extended family and friends. Here are some ideas to consider if mealtime at your home has become more of a chore than one of life’s simple pleasures:

Declutter your kitchen: Because of its central location in most homes and apartments, kitchens often become repositories for mail, bills, school notices, homework, recent purchases, newspapers, unfinished projects, toys, and more. Make sure your kitchen suggests comfort, not chaos. The kitchen should be comfortable, functional, and as clutter-free as possible.

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2:34 PM - May. 14, 2007 - post comment

Advent and Christmas Unit 2007