Super Size Everything

This post is landing in the Food section of the blog because that's where I found these adorable toys- in the 'food' section of the local convenience store. Beanie Babies are cute and lovable, but it seems they weren't quite right as tiny little animals so someone decided to plump them up. Is this so kids nowadays will relate to the toy? A little girl of about 10 years old was at the ice cream counter with her dad and asked him for the 'fat Winnie the Pooh. He's so cute!' Dad gave her the toy and paid for their ice creams.

Why are these toys at the ice cream counter? Why are the toys 'fat'? And why are 10 year olds given ice cream as a regular treat? I don't know how often this particular little girl gets ice cream, but in general it seems that treats are a daily thing for kids. There's nothing special anymore about getting ice cream with Dad when you also get a cookie at school, a treat at your friend's house, and a piece of candy at the bank or boutique when on errands with Mom.

The amount of sugar kids are given on a daily basis, little by little, adds up to a lot. Before you know it your kid might be relating to these cute toys. Are you ok with that?