Me too Fran, I'm HUGE on what we consume in food and drink being one of the biggest factors in nearly all aspects of our lives.
I don't like the prasing "mediocrity" blip. There's nothing wrong with kids knowing that participating full heartidly is just as important in life. I'm not saying giving adults or teens huge trophies for showing up, but if kids are making great efforts there is nothing wrong with acknowledging it positivly. (we're such a whacko society when it comes to the sports mentality!) If those in hollywood can get a goodie basket for just showing up to an award ceremony my kid can get a certificate for doing thier absolute best in sports, art, music, etc.
