A recent analysis of sales suggests that the nation's fatties don't live in the states where fast food is most popular. Don't count on dessert. Millions of peas were likely consumed by schoolchildren for the subsequent chocolate cake payoff. There is no need to sacrifice flavor, enjoyment or variety if you are choosing vegetarianism for health reasons. You don't even have to give up all meat, poultry and fish.
Pencils are sharpened, notebooks are empty and school shoes are still shiny.
So are some little eyes - shiny with tears that is. September is the king of transitions for families. Many children experience some anxiety during this time as they adjust to a book-bag full of change. Other big separations occur after a holiday break or during the beginning of the summer camp season. Children 18 months through 4 years are particularly susceptible, since they go through a normal developmental period of separation anxiety.