I was in a Wegmans in Western New York last weekend (gotta love Wegmans) .. and while I was waiting at the checkout, the woman behind me gave me the most amazing compliment.  Turns out she was a doctor .. and she was marvelling at all the whole, natural foods I was buying.  She said it made her feel good to see a family eating such healthy foods..and that my kids were very lucky.  (weep, weep).  After I swam in the warm enjoyment of her compliment for a bit, I went about my day feeling good about the energy and effort I put into feeding my family.

 

But .. even I have days.. when all #&!@(#&(@&#@    breaks loose and I just cannot get it together to make the nutritious, homemade, piping hot meal that would be "ideal".

 

The key is to not throw in the towel and resort to McDonalds!  You can still make some "better than bad choices" even when you are rushed.  It is possible to throw together a healthy enough meal in less time than it takes to go through the drive through! As a self confessed Soccer Mom.. I have done it!

 

Planning ahead and having some stand bys on hand can really help. Here are a few that I use!

 

Kelly