I happened to mention to my Mommy whilst at the shops that I'm looking for a healthy topping to put on top of my oats - I'm eating the plain rolled oats as opposed to ones with added sugary stuff, and she suggested "blueberries"!
My instant response was, "Ugh blueberries, yuck!".
Mommy said, "Blueberries are yummy!"
I replied, "I don't like them. They're err sourish..."
Mommy then dragged me to the fruits section and said, "Try one!", and grabbed one, insisting I try one.
At this point, an image of me, trying to entice Kaitlyn to try some mango a few days ago, flashed in my mind.
I had tried to introduce food to her that Kaitlyn does not like, mushroom and mango among them. And I had lectured her that we should always try a little of the food available on the table (during meals). No harm in taking a bite, she might discover that her taste buds have changed and she would like something different. Always take a little to try, and if you don't like it, swallow it politely (without making gagging noises) and leave it for another day!
Mindful of my own advice, I accepted the little blueberry from my mother, and tasted it. To my surprise, I liked it. Instant conversion!
Why have I been shunning this little fruit! Oh, all the blueberry muffins I have declined. No more!
(And yes, I made Kaitlyn try one when I put it in my oats this morning. Her reaction? "Bleh. Too sweet!")
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