I was forced to eat everything on my plate by my grandmother who was a horrible cook. She didn't know what a spice was and ruined me for quite a few vegetables. I still won't touch peas, lima beans or canned spinach. I like a fresh spinach salad now, but it took me years to even give it a try. I still have a hard time leaving anything on my plate, even when I'm full. I feel like I'm wasting food. Who didn't hear, "You know there are children starving in China?" Thanks for the thoughtful post.