[* Some Me Time: There are many things to do during the lunch hour, but Jacobs reminds people that lunch can also be considered a mid-day oasis of rest.] Plan a relaxing activity during your break, ... Maybe it's something you really enjoy doing, but think you don't have enough time, like reading a book or favorite magazine. Whether it's the food you eat or the activities you do, take time each day to make lunch an occasion.

The lunch break helps you stay focused and energized throughout the day by recharging both your body and your mind. When you plan your lunch you have the opportunity to be healthy and nutritious, but you can also be creative with your lunchtime options and activities so that you will look forward to and make time for lunch.

Stock up on unique condiments and sandwich toppings that can make each sandwich different. Or you can also mix up your choices for sandwich bread by freezing several types of loaves and varying your slices daily. Match the varieties of Single Occasion Meats and Cheeses with your different types of bread for a host of combinations.

[According to lunchtime expert Miriam Jacobs, author of The Brown Bag Lunch Cookbook and The School Lunch Box Cookbook, it is important to make time in the day for a delicious and nutritious lunch.] The lunch break helps you stay focused and energized throughout the day by recharging both your body and your mind, ... When you plan your lunch you have the opportunity to be healthy and nutritious, but you can also be creative with your lunchtime options and activities so that you will look forward to and make time for lunch.

Plan a relaxing activity during your break. Maybe it's something you really enjoy doing, but think you don't have enough time, like reading a book or favorite magazine. Whether it's the food you eat or the activities you do, take time each day to make lunch an occasion.

Work together to make lists of foods your kids like and you approve of, and fill their lunch boxes with them to create a lunch they will be happy with and not trade or throw away. For example, with Single Occasion products you can honor the individual sandwich preferences of everyone in the family, so everyone feels special and will enjoy their lunch more.