On Wednesday we had a field trip through our homeschool support group, to Save On Foods. The children had a great time and learned some stuff, although they (mine at least, and others I am sure) actually know a little more about nutrition then the tour guide. Of course she may have been trying to keep it basic. But the "protein" food group was focussed on meat. And well, ok, *I* am the vegetarian in the family and my children are not, but they are aware of what protein is, how it is used and what most of the sources are, and not only meat. Kind of disappointing in that. Another thing was, when she was asking what fruits and vegetables have that we need someone said "Vitamins". Ok, that's correct of course. Then "breads and cereals" (I prefer grains, she only addressed wheat. Like I said, basic basic, below basic, in my opinion), someone again said "vitamins" and she said, "No, it starts with "e"". Meaning, energy of course, which is correct. Simple carbohydrates. However, grains DO have other nutrients; vitamins and minerals. I am half tempted to offer a nutrition class for children. I am a Nutritional Consultant, educated, yes, in nutrition.
Anyway, it was still fun and good and great of the store to do it for us.
Yesterday was busy YMCA day for Sinιad (and we waited, went to the library and read and Aisling had a nap, woohoo; she needed it). This morning was busy too, Regan's class, to the church for me to practise a song I am singing with two other women in our ward, and now home and lots to do (make bread, vacuum, clean, yoga). Thank goodness today is a not much school day. Both children were done pretty much all they needed done this week by yesterday. Sinιad had one practise math page and they had some reading on Arctic animals. That was it! Easily complete.
Oh yes, grocery shopping last night and the chiropractor. Whew. Long day. Tonight Kim and I have our first Christmas party of the season. Children are spending the evening with Grandma.
