The ultimate reward: an empty lunch box.

This week marks the peak of entrance ceremonies and the start of the new school term.
Congratulations to everyone starting a new chapter in their lives🌸

Now, at this time of year, what worries mothers everywhere is making lunch every day.
Fortunately, my children have absolutely no interest in character bento or decorative cutting.
"The more rice and meat, the better"They are happy with what you might call a 'boy-style' lunch, so it's very easy for me as the one making it.
In the midst of those days, there is something I secretly enjoy.
It is using the lunch box as a

"communication tool with my adolescent children."There is nothing quite like the feeling of happiness when I receive an empty lunch box along with the words, "Today's lunch was delicious!"For a mother who wakes up early to stand in the kitchen, this is quite a reward.
Even if there are no words, a lunch box that has been completely eaten means "It was delicious!"
It's a bit more fun than conversations like, "I'd be happy if tomorrow's lunch was something I could eat quickly!" or "I want a fried chicken bento next time!" or "I'm buying something, so give me money!"
(Of course, there have been many times when I've bought them lunch too!)
These times end surprisingly quickly.
That is why I believe that if you don't try too hard, "the one who enjoys it wins."
The lunch-making life that I've been enjoying is also nearing its end in our home! It felt long, but it really went by in a flash.
I intend to enjoy this school year in my own way as well🌿

Thank you for reading again today.

tsudu