"H" is for hippo, and happy face, and horse. "H" is also for hurry up and make a lunch because it's 7:45am and everyone should have been out the door already! Yes, that was me this morning. I try to have all lunches prepared the night before so as to have less things to do the morning of. I drank 2 beers while watching an America's Got Talent Marathon was tired and decided … [Read more...]
“G” is for green, green bento lunch
Today's lunch is brought to you by the letter G... And Mr.MoreThanYourAverageMom! I was not even a little bit excited for G day in our thematic alphabet unit... Goose, Goat, Giraffe? None of these were very bento friendly in my opinion. Enter Mr.MoreThanYourAverageMom! His swift suggestion of doing a green lunch turned the lightbulb on, especially timely as I just so happened … [Read more...]
“C” Themed Bento Lunch
Much like yesterday, today's lunch is brought to you by the letter C! The kids (and their teachers) have really been enjoying the themed lunches, and I'll have to admit, it's been nice having a predetermined theme on my end as it really helps with planning... Also helps today as many of the food in my fridge started with C! Today's lunch contains a Chobani greek yogurt, … [Read more...]
“B” themed Bento Lunch
Today's lunch is brought to you by the letter B! I had big dreams for today's lunch... I thought of hand sculpting a little bee sammie, painting it with mustard and nori accents, but the little man and I decided to embark on a baking project after dinner. Once we finished baking, got N to bed, cleaned the kitchen, hand sculpted sammies were not in the realm of possible! So, … [Read more...]
Back to School “A” themed bento lunch
Much like a wedding, the big day has finally arrived. Hours upon hours have been spent preparing for today. New clothing and accessories have been purchased to ensure everyone looks great for this joyous occasion. Camera's are ready, meals in order, and don't forget the parent's big speeches. Today is the day that the kids go back to school... That is, most kids! My kids … [Read more...]
