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Today, the LA Times explains the mystifying concept behind Making Your Own Lunch. Three pages, explaining in great detail, how to pack a sack lunch. I am not making this up-it really is this jaw-droppingly stupid.
In the comfort of your own kitchen, you can compose a lunch that's tasty, well-constructed, a bit off the beaten PB&J track -- and, most important, portable.Really? I can make lunch all by myself? And all this time, I’ve been driving all the way over to Mom’s house before work to pick up my lunchbox.
Lunch is more fun if you think pragmatically… Avoid fragile things like delicate cookies and, yes, potato chips. Don't dress salads in advance -- carry a container of dressing separately -- and don't pre-cut fruits or vegetables that will brown or dry out -- pack them whole and include a paring knife.File under.. No shit, Sherlock. Show of hands.. who else figured this out by fifth grade?
For dessert, pack a piece of ripe fruit or a handful of grapes; add a bar of 70% chocolate or some biscotti.So for dessert, I should take.. fruit or cookies? Well, that’s much easier than trying to fabricate a refrigerated metal container to keep my merengues from getting squished by the thermos. Thanks, LA Times!
And to drink, instead of grabbing soda from a vending machine, decant some fizzy water into a reusable bottle and add a few slices of lime, blend a quick smoothie or even pack a small bottle of wine (when appropriate). A carton of milk, anyone?I never thought about it, but yeah! I bet I can buy my own sodas. I could even put one in my lunch bag!
A few tips to think about: Pack smart so that the contents of your lunch don't get squashed or leak.The apple goes UNDER the Doritos, folks. How stupid do you think I am?
I could go on with the snark. There's actually recipes for making leftovers. And I'd hate to think what would happen if anyone shows the author the microwave in the break room. I think her head might explode. Or we'd get an article next week about Keeping Snacks in Your Desk: "OMG! You can make popcorn, guys!"
Seriously, I know they've been laying off news staff at the Times, but come ON. Even for filler, this is lame. Ooo. There's an email to the author. I wonder if I should forward her this post? >:)