My little niece Jocelyn started kindergarten today and so begins her academic journey.  It thrilled me to see that instead of an elsya-princess-sophia-tangled-or-pink backpack, she chose a full-sized camo one.  Her simple reason was “because it’s nature and I like nature.”  You go, girl.

Needless to say, school is on my mind even though I don’t have any kiddos heading to class soon.  I can still get giddy about a lunchbox. Why should kids have all the fun?

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Vintage thermos. Doesn’t this old-timey thermos just scream the Adirondacks? If you are into vintage quirkiness, you can score this 1950s beauty for a mere $70.  Want the vintage look without the hefty price tag and the decades oldness?  West Elm has the Heritage Traveling Collection for under $30.

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Stainless steel containers. I have a couple of these beauties in different sizes.  Mostly, I use glass containers to store foods and transport, however there are times that slipping in the stainless steel container just livens up the occasion.

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Washi tape. When you get into a sandwich making rut, nothing will happy it up better than color washi tape. Use it as a colorful closure to wrapped parchment paper snacks or even a folded over snack bag or to secure a brown paper lunch bag.

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Bamboo bento box. There is something about dining out of a beautiful dish, plate, or container.  Perfect for a picnic or well, everyday lunch.  Why not?

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Insulated cooler. I am always in search of a functional yet unique cooler.  This one seems perfect for day trips and bus rides.

Happy new school year!

Eat well, my friends. Eat well.
Lyndi