Dave Smith wrote:

>
> That was what really bothered me about my nephew at Christmas. There were lots
> of options, things I had made, and those that his brother, his mother and and
> his grandmother had contributed. Instead of just declining, he whines and
> pouts. He is way past the age where that would be acceptable, and old enough
> to know that if he is so damned picky he can bring along something he does
> like.
>
>
>
> I was raised to eat what was offered. I try to offer a selection. When it
> comes to people who are that picky I would simply rather not bother.
>

Many years ago when we were in college we had the perfect suggestion:
"Give him 25 cents and send him to Dairy Queen." Figuratively, of course.

gloria p