So, after living my first Food Basket Challenge Day, I very quickly noticed a few problems with the food I have to work with. Mostly, the lack of fruit and dairy. And also, the lack of choice.
September 13, 2011
by Annabelle Foster
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Tag Archives: Reaction to Basket
September 12, 2011
by Annabelle Foster
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What I got from the food bank
Inspired by Marcel, I did my first video blog just after I got back with my food basket! Sounds like everybody else got similar stuff to me, so here’s a rundown of what I got: Vegetables: Bag of lettuce greens … Continue reading
September 12, 2011
by Amy Jo Ehman
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The Good, Bad and Ugly
The good news is, there’s more food than I expected. Plenty of fresh vegetables, potatoes and local lentils. As someone who eats 90% off the local bounty, the lentils and potatoes will keep me grounded in Saskatchewan. Bad news, there is … Continue reading
September 12, 2011
by Shelley Ballard
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Pleasantly Surprised — Expecting Worse!
Today, 4:07 p.m. We got a bit of clarification in the “rules” for pantry items today which obviously changed some people’s plans. Luckily not mine too much because I hadn’t initially thought of using rice, or lentils or peanut butter … Continue reading
September 12, 2011
by Brenna Temple
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Brenna’s first impression
So, I showed up to pick up my food and was relieved to see that everyone was incredibly friendly. What a fantastic group of people! I was a little apprehensive but surprised to see that the food is better than … Continue reading
September 12, 2011
by John Lagimodiere
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Wife not so happy….
She just noticed that my main source of protein, other than lentils, are garlic sausage, sardines (circa Jan 2010) and salmon in a tin…….she wants to file a smell protest….John
September 12, 2011
by Claire Ewert Fisher
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Grateful
Whew. Glad this evening is over. I can’t believe how much anxiety I felt about picking up my food basket. Things like – I live in Langham, will I still qualify for the basket? What if all I get is … Continue reading
September 12, 2011
by John Lagimodiere
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Better than expected but still going to be tough
Well, I have received my rations for the week and the volume is much more than I thought it would be. But as I look at it I relaize there is not that much food food if you know what … Continue reading