As my kids are getting older or I am getting more of a handle on the juggle that parenting can be, I have started cooking meals from scratch instead of boxed options. One evening, I was very excited to make macaroni and cheese with all fresh ingredients and proudly served my kids this healthier meal. My 6 year old balks and says, “This isn’t real mac and cheese! You didn’t put any of that orange powder cheese in!” I think the ship has sailed for her appreciation of real, non-processed food. Mom fail.