Did you know that there is a National Take Your Parents To Lunch Day? I didn’t know that either, but there is. It isn’t until October 16, but I have a very good reason to tell you about it today. Rudi’s Organic Bakery is celebrating National Take Your Parents to Lunch Day to help support healthy, active kids.
As part of the celebration Rudi’s is hosting a fun back-to-school Say Cheese Photo Contest from Aug. 1 through Sept. 15. Parents can submit photos of their children eating a yummy sandwich for the opportunity to win the grand prize of being featured in a Rudi’s ad and a $500.00 Whole Foods gift card! In addition, fans can enter for weekly prizes like iPad Minis, Amazon gift cards, and North Face backpacks on the Say Cheese Microsite and can download a $1 off coupon for Rudi’s Gluten-Free products. Thats some good reasons to take part in the contest. Even if you don’t win the grand prize, you will get a $1.00 off coupon for some good tasting Rudi’s products. Find out all the details about entering the contest here.
And here is another good thing: One lucky reader is going to win a North Face Backpack
Prize Pack full of back to school fun stuff, valued at $75!
To enter, just use the entry form below. Good Luck!
This giveaway is open to residents of the United States 18 and over. It ends on August 31, 2013. The prize is 1 Northface Backpack provided by Rudi’s Organic Bakery. The winner will be notified via email. Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery of prize. The sponsor is responsible for shipping the prize to the winner.
Noreen says
Grocery shopping by myself. My kids behave but it just takes longer.
Lisa Johnston says
She’s absolutely adorable! I had no idea there was a Take Your Parents to Lunch day! My kids apparently don’t know it either! haha!
Ellen B says
shopping for school supplies and clothes
Rachel says
I had no clue there was a take your parents to lunch day. What a fun idea.
And your granddaughter is adorable.
samantha s says
I love that my kids are learning when they go back to school and as much as I love them, I don’t have to worry for a few hours a day about where they are while I’m working.
Henrietta says
I like turning the tv off and having nothing but silence all day! Your granddaughter is adorable!
Lynsey @MoscatoMom says
OMG how ADORABLE is she!?! She gets my vote!!
Sara Phillips says
Take your parent’s to lunch?! I LOVE that! It would be an unexpected treat for my parents, am I right?!
Stephanie Person says
Awesome!! I love Rudi”s!
Stacie @ The Divine Miss Mommy says
I love this! I am definitely going to take my parents to lunch!!!
Sara Phillips says
I am not sure I am ready for the kids to go back to school … but I guess I am ready for the learning!
Rachel Young says
Super cool!! what a great contest!
Lynette says
The part where… they go back to school! Lol!
Robin Gagnon {Mom Foodie} says
Your granddaughter is absolutely adorable 🙂
Cheryl F. says
I like the quiet best.
julie murphy says
the house stays clean
Elizabeth Hanson says
By the end of summer, my son is bored. There is nothing to do. He misses his friends and we are both eager for school to start.
Liza Glick says
I like getting back into a routine.
Kathy B says
I like how much money we save not having to pay for camps
Tamar says
I don’t know if I like anything about it…school for me is more expensive than camp and the kids don’t get busing like they do for camp
Amy G says
Quiet time!
Margaret Smith says
I like that they are busier with their friends and with school programs, but honestly I love it when they are home too.
Veronica L says
With having four kids home with me during the Summer, trying to run errands such as going to the grocery store or just plain old shopping is horrible. I’m looking forward to my quiet time again 🙂
jeff summers says
It is nice to have that constant of down time though it is great to see them when them cone back.
Samantha Daleo says
I am looking forward to having my own schedule back without waiting for someone to get up and get ready just for me to go run some errands.
Marian Boll says
Having the granddaughters back into a routine and learning something new and special
Wehaf says
I love all the hustle and bustle at school when all the kids return. 🙂
Austin Baroudi says
More free time to spend with my girlfriend!
Ann Fantom says
I like when my daughter goes back to school because I like her having a consistent schedule that keeps her focused.
April Brenay says
I love having my son on a daily schedule, it helps him and he is able to function better at home
Stephanie V. says
time to get my errands done and work without interruption!
Tari Lawson says
The best thing about the kids going back to school is that I don’t have to keep them entertained all day ;).
christina moore says
The best thing about the kids going back to school is that when they come after school
Katie Roch says
The best thing about the kids going back to school is that it gives me a bit of down time. Everyone needs a little time in their day when they can relax.
Danielle Royalegacy says
There is a little more peace and quiet in the house
Monique Rizzo says
That they are learning again!
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Sarah Colesky says
Everyone needs to relax while the kids are away for a bit.
karen schumm says
Nomore hearing the kids say I’m borred
devon price says
I get the pool all to myself!
DarcyO says
I like that it’s back to a routine.
gregg deering says
When he was little it was nice to have quiet time at home.
xty cruz says
I like it when kids go back to school because it gives them the opportunity to learn new things and make a difference in their lives
danielle lima says
getting back into a routine
Kate F. says
I like that there’s more quiet time during the day.
Linda Lansford says
They are happy to see friends
Carol says
I like the peace and quiet during the day.
Elena says
I like back to school shopping
tabitha says
i like her home with me.
but if i had to pick something i’d say the silence.
christina givens says
the peace and quiet
jose benavides says
that I get some me time
g. penrod says
the safty
Jennifer B says
I actually dislike her going back to school I cherish the summer so much, but getting back to routine is something I see as a plus
Kassie says
I love the North Face!
Denise B. says
We homeschool, and I like having our children around. It doesn’t disrupt any of my routines.
Lasonda says
The best part of them going back to school is having a schedule again.
Colleen W says
Peace and quite.
latanya says
it helps to keep my son focused on something
Karen Gonyea says
Getting back into a routine !!
Kristi C says
The best part of them going back to school is they get to see all of their friends again.
Vickie Schlicher says
They get to go back to school and meet up with all their friends again
DJ says
I can get my housework done without any distractions!
Leah S. says
I like that I can get household projects done more quickly and easily.
Linda G. says
alone time
trisha kilpatrick says
My kids are homeschool so I guess I like getting back into a schedule best.
julie says
seeing my son make new friends is what I like best.
chris hoey says
seeing my son and daughter make new friends is what I like best.
Christy Denton says
Seeing my daughter come home excited every day, wanting to teach me what she learned today 😉
Steve Stone says
that my kids are learning new things.
christina o says
Earlier bedtimes
Leila Kowalczyk says
A little more free time.
Stephanie Gregory says
Getting back into a routine!
lauren knott says
It’s my sons first year and he is very nervous! I’m excited for him to learn and make new friends, also to have some quiet time!
LaDonna G says
the kids thrive when they are kept to a schedule, thats what i love about back to school
Wendi S says
For a while, at least I don’t hear, I’m Bored! I start hearing I’m bored again right after the holidays instead it’s I am bored with school.
Mindy Mue says
Getting back to a normal routine!!
Shilo Beedy says
The best part of my kids going back to school is a little bit of quiet time for me.
Solducky says
fun new school supplies for great prices
Eileen Burke says
What do I like best? Ha, ha, a quieter house!
Michael Bibb says
Love back to school shopping
deana c says
I like that they get out from the video games, computer, and tv!
Alina H says
All of the new stuff – supplies, clothes, etc.
Lisa V. says
The best part is getting a little bit of “me time.”
Kari says
I like getting back into more of a scheduled routine. My kids are teens and during they summer, they would sleep all day and stay up all night if we let them.
LeAnn V says
I like getting back into a routine!!!
Melissa says
A couple hours of peace and quiet 😉
Christina says
I love the projects, most parents dread the extra activities that require parent involvement…but I love them!
tina reynolds says
I love the excitement they have about being with there friends and all the cute stuff they make and bring home. It also puts back on a schedule which I like.
Carolyn Barnett says
Peace,Then i start missing them! LOL
Megan Morgan says
coming up with new creative lunches:) Thanks
Kelly D says
I will like going on extra long walks which my kids can’t really handle.
Pam O says
What I like best about the kids going back to school is that the house is not ALWAYS messy, and it’s silent and peaceful.
Jill Myrick says
I actually miss summer and my children when they return to school every year.
But I do enjoy some amount of me time. and being able to get my errands ran quicker.
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ashley c. says
A regular schedule
Douglas Houston says
Being able to drink my morning coffee before it gets cold
tova says
would love to win
Mariah says
Having a daily routine that makes the house flow smoother.
andy l. says
I love the free time!
Nadene Adams says
What I like most about my daughter going back to school is how excited she is! She loves school and can’t wait to see her friends.
Danielle says
I like the children to go back to school because their minds are back to thinking and learning.
Angela Rhodes Ingles says
I go back to school, too – I’m a teacher! 🙂
dawn cook says
they don’t like going back to school, but i like it because it gives them the learning and stability they need in their future
michele says
get stuff done! lol
ROSE O. says
i LIKE THE KIDS GOING BACK TO SCHOOL BECAUSE THE ROUTINE HELPS THEM STAY FOCUSED
Racheal says
I like that the kids have homework and books to occupy some of their spare time and that their natural curiosity comes out as they learn throughout the school year. The kids enjoy getting new shoes and meeting their new teacher.
Bill U says
A quiet house
Pat U says
Learning new things
angela cisco says
I like the free time that I have in the day while they are at school.
leah wall says
We homeschool – but I’m glad the other kids go back to school so we can start visiting museums/pools/playgrounds again without the crowds 🙂
crystal smith says
The thing I like best about my boys going back to school is when they start bringing home their art projects and stories of things they’ve learned and new friends they’ve made 🙂
Sonya says
I love how excited they get about going to school!
Diana B says
I like that she is happy to go back to school.
Manda Marie says
You can get things done during the day, run errands etc. Some days you’d like to have them home but it makes some days easier when they’re at school. Love seeing what they’re learning, what they bring home with them and to hear them talk about their day too.
Carolsue says
I like that they are no longer whining about being bored!
kim h says
They have something constructive to do
Paula Tavernie says
I love the peace and quiet!!
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Carla S says
I like the quiet and not having to cook as much!!!
Laura P. says
It is easier for them to have a routine.
Will R says
Great ideas
Desiree Dunbar says
I like that they are excited to share with me what they made or learned that day at school.
Jenny says
I think it is always nice to get back into a schedule, and for my kids to be excited to see their friends and be ready to learn.
Sandra Travis says
I really don’t “like” for them to go back to school, but I guess what I like best, is when they come home. My youngest is a Sr and oldest is 30. I think this is the 1st year I haven’t cried when they went to school. (Do I sound sappy?)
Mary Cloud says
The peace and quiet the first day I have the house to myself again brings
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Michele C says
All the new supplies they get to use. Love back -to-school shopping.
Julieh says
I like being able to get tasks done around the house
Deb S says
I like being able to do the errands without having them tag along.
amy deeter says
that their no longer bored and they get to see their friends again
Daniel M says
they get to see all their school friends again
Danielle D says
Their activities
Rebecca Peters says
I get a little break from the fighting children
Julie Henry says
I get a little bit of time to relax.
Michele P says
my daughter loves going to school, so I like seeing her with friends and not so bored!
Richard Hicks says
having some quiet time at home while they are away!
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Angela Ash says
What I like most is the time to get some stuff out of the way you wouldn’t normally be able to.
Theresa says
I like that they get to see their friends. Also, I like having a little me time too 🙂
Heather Manu says
I like having a break and that they are excited to go back to school.
Trudy says
I like that they are back in a schedule and not wasting time playing video games
Brittney House says
Helping my kids with their school projects and school shopping.
Nicole Millheim says
The peace and quiet
e michelle says
i like the peace and quiet around the house durning the day
Brenda Elsner says
With working overnights, now that the kids are back in school, I can get some sleep during the day!!
krystal wethington says
Them learning.
Christian Alejandro says
I really like the change of pace and extra quiet moments.
Colin Glendon says
Watching them get excited to learn again.
Chelsea Haga says
To get things done around the house!
brittney says
getting stuff done around the house.
Saver Sara says
They are back in a structured environment!
Jammie says
I like when she gets mouthy I pull out the school work and make her do extra.
Shayna says
I like that my son gets to go to school and learn and play with his friends 🙂
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Terry Layman says
Thk u
Patricia Wojnar Crowley says
I like having a little bit of quiet time!
beth says
its nice and quiet
may avalon says
You can get things done during the day,
Mihaela D. says
I like the free time that I have in the day
Julie J. says
The extra time to cook and clean
Julie Harris says
I like that I get a break from the mess and the noise and that I can get things done that I never have time to do in the summer
ken ohl says
kids and the family getting on a regular schedule
Brad Merrell says
I get fridays to myself
Sheryl says
I like when my nieces and nephew go back to school because I get to hear all about the fun times they have each day learning new things and making friends.
melina r says
What I like best about the kids going back to school is that now I have a little bit of time to myself.
Janice Crespo says
I always loved sharing how they got along on their days- what they learned – what they had to do – what happened to who etc 🙂 Always created some good bonding times for chatting 🙂
Lisa Garner says
I like that they are having fun hanging out with friends at school.
meme says
They get to see the friends they missed during the summer
Penny Snyder says
Alone time 🙂
Allison says
Quiet house for me to study’s or nursing school! It’s her first year riding the bus so that will also be fun for her!
Melissa Nagy says
Their excitement to share what they did that day and all that they learned.
kathy pease says
I love the peace and quiet
Sarah S says
What I like most about back-to-school is getting back into a daily routine.
kristi kiser says
nice backpack
Heather says
Buying them new clothes!
Ann Council says
I have some time for myself.
Nicole C. says
I like that we have a routine again!
melikegarfield says
The kids seeing their friends on a regular basis.
YR says
my time again
Tabathia B says
Seeing their friends again and being on a disciplined schedule for school
Linda W. says
The peace and quiet!
mo says
I look fwd the the artwork!
Adrienne says
The daily routine of the school day is good for the family.
liz says
walking around my neighborhood for exercise
Corey Olomon says
I can clean without the kids coming behind me messing it back up!
charlene says
I like the almost peace and quiet. My daughter goes to public school but I Home school my son so the arguing is replaced with non stop talking.
Laura Unger says
I like that I’ll finally be able to get the house clean and get things done again.
Melanie Montgomery says
A feew moments to myself throughout the day
Rochel S. says
Love the time to myself to actually get things done
AEKZ2 says
I like the free time that I get!
Scarlett Graham says
I like that they are on a structured schedule and routine.
Crystal F says
I like being able to get back into a routine. There’s no sort of schedule during the summer so it can make it a little chaotic. Thank you!