Besides that, we just like to have fun and the kids know that we like to play. We do watch some TV, but we don't have Gameboys or Nintendo. I allow non-nutritious snacks, but I serve healthful meals and snacks as well. Genetically, we're predisposed to being slender, which certainly is a plus, but getting out and having fun and not making food a huge issue is important as well. If you choose not to eat what's prepared, you may prepare something healthy for yourself.
Food is simply fuel in our home.
Sometimes I worry that the kids don't eat enough, but I don't fuss because I don't want food to be a controversial issue. They're learning to eat when they're hungry and to quit when they're full. Sounds like good advice, Sheila. Keep up the good work. Heller just received the Air Force Airman s Medal, one of the highest enlisted honors afforded to active-duty service members.