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Originally Posted by lisa32989
For many years, Nov 1 was a personal day for me...children over-sugared are NOT fun
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I did not realize you were a teacher, either. What level? I teach middle school- math, LA, and science. We have a "dance" for Halloween, and there will be snacks, but they'll be easy for me to avoid. However, I always have a bar or other packet on hand just in case!
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Originally Posted by Avalon1957
This thread is reminding me of a funny story (and making me giggle). When I was in Graduate School, I lived in an apartment building and wasn't expecting Trick or Treaters. So I was shocked when my doorbell rang at 7:30 pm Halloween night with a little dressed up goblin. Distressed and looking frantically around my efficiency apartment for SOMETHING -- all I could find was a half a pint of rum!! Suddenly a light-bulb went off in my head and I grabbed my purse and gave the little tyke a dollar bill. Well wouldn't you know it, he proceeded to tell all the other trick or treaters in the building that the girl in 313-C was giving out dollar bills!! Five minutes later I must have had 30 kids ringing my doorbell and banging on my door wanting their dollar bill "treats" ... meanwhile I proceeded to crawl (very quietly) under my bed.
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What a great story! Thanks for sharing.
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Originally Posted by floridasunshine
i've had a huge bowl of chocolate candy (it's a black bowl with a skull and the word "poison" on it.. haha) on my desk for the last week or so for halloween, and it hasn't bothered me at all. i just see them as little fat bombs. little nuggets of cellulite and puffy cheeks and tummy rolls. it's all a mental game. win it.
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Such a strong attitude! Thanks for sharing! I have avoided the bowl of candy placed on the teachers' lunch table, and I feel such a little success every time I walk by!
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Originally Posted by Maxxy
We are in a new house so no idea how many kids we will have. But, my solution is to buy candy that I don't like. NO temptation that way.
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This is exactly what I did. Chocolate would be too tempting, so I bought the sugary stuff-Jolly Ranchers, Skittles, etc. These things don't tempt me at all. I have also hidden in from hubby. If there are leftovers, I will store them for my daughter or take them to the teachers at school.
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Originally Posted by nolasmurf
OH Goodness ! I didn't know you are a/were a teacher Mrs. Lisa!
there is a special place in heaven for teachers!
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Thanks! I always wonder about your work at the casino. I am looking to take courses and move toward that career path. We have a number of casinos recently opened or in the planning stages around here.
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Originally Posted by owls
The school district I work for had a "cupcake controversy" a couple of years ago. Now there are strict rules as to what food can and cannot be served at student events. We're trying to set a healthy example for the kids.
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We are working toward these rules and whatever we can in order to make our school healthier. A number of parents are bucking against the new policy; I just don't get it. Having a cake for your kid at home on their birthday is one thing; having cupakes or other treats multiple times a month is another. Oh, well. We will work slowly towards better health for the kids.