Anyone who remembers eating with their family as a kid likely remembers funny stories, inappropriate behavior and likely some less than desirable meals at times. As a father, it is so easy to eat in front of the TV, especially since there is one mounted in my kitchen!
Since we purchased our home in June, I have made it a priority to eat at least two meals a day in the kitchen, TV off, once for breakfast and at dinner to catch up on the day with my oldest. I have always known it was important to do this, but I had let myself get into the habit of letting my oldest daughter eat in her room, and the toddler with me in front of the tv, which we still do occasionally, but not like before. I hope those of you who have read this also understand the importance of this, not just regarding diet, but for the many other reasons its beneficial for you and your families. attached are some links that may bring some things to light if this isn't a practice you currently employ, and reasons to do so.
http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/features/family-dinners-are-important
http://www.ag.ndsu.edu/eatsmart/eat-smart.-play-hard.-magazines-1/2009-eat-smart-play-hard-magazine/test-item
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