Can Kids Really Enjoy Margarita-Flavored Smoothies?

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores the topic of Margarita-flavored smoothies being offered to schoolchildren, with participants sharing their reactions and concerns about the implications of such marketing. The conversation includes personal anecdotes and opinions regarding the appropriateness of the product's name and its potential impact on children.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses disbelief at the idea of Margarita smoothies being marketed to children.
  • Another participant shares their experience of being upset about the marketing of alcohol to children, recalling candy cigarettes as a similar issue.
  • Several users mention that while smoothies are a good idea, the name "Margarita" is inappropriate for a school setting.
  • One participant recounts their experience of complaining to the school principal about the smoothies, highlighting the response they received.
  • Another participant notes that they would escalate their concerns to higher authorities if no changes were made.
  • Some participants express frustration at the lack of outrage from other parents regarding the smoothies.
  • One participant mentions discussing the issue with a school kitchen worker who did not see it as a problem.
  • Another participant suggests that the name of the smoothie could easily be changed without affecting the product itself.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ among participants, with some expressing strong disapproval of the smoothies' name and others indicating a lack of concern from the community. No clear consensus emerges on the appropriateness of the product.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects a range of personal experiences and opinions related to marketing practices in schools, particularly concerning products that may blur the lines between childhood innocence and adult themes.

Who May Find This Useful

Parents and caregivers within the consultant community may find this discussion relevant as it addresses concerns about marketing practices aimed at children.

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Oh, Oh, Oh, I almost forgot!!!!DH is at the state training academy this week since he'll be teaching DARE in the schools and his certificate is expired. (DARE is Drug and Alcohol Resistance Eduction) during his introduction he told his class that his wife was back home fighting the name change of smoothies sold in the grade school. When he called me at noon, he said they never got past him in introductions since everyone was up in arms about what could be done.
Those with names after M will get introduced after lunch I guess.Glad to hear I'm not the only normal person in this world!
 
I am going to say this once and only once. If those people who chose the name of that beverage are the same people teaching your children, I would get a tutor for your child so that when they do graduate in 12th grade, it isn't at the 6th grade level. Apparently they all have the IQs of doorknobs! And maybe suggest AA and/or ALANON to all your neighbors, the ones who said not to make waves and ignore it, will need it when their kids get a little wiser. Geez!
 
Yeah...these same parents probably think it is funny to give their kids sips of beer and wine to see their reaction! I have a feeling that your DH's announcement will generate quite a few calls to that school about what they are teaching! Sounds like you need to start DARE there in Preschool! ARGH!
 
janetupnorth said:
I'm still reeling over an ashleymadison.com advertisement on FOX news channel the other day...
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I had to look that up to see what it was. Holy smokes: an agency to facilitate dating among married people? That makes my head reel. Marriage, committment, fidelity...I kind of thought those things went together.
 
legacypc46 said:
I had to look that up to see what it was. Holy smokes: an agency to facilitate dating among married people? That makes my head reel. Marriage, committment, fidelity...I kind of thought those things went together.
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So did we, we thought it was a bad mattress commercial or something. It is a sight that promotes infidelity and the "swingers" lifestyle...

GRRR...not what God intended for marriage.
 
Not what civil law intended either. Talk about promoting 'breach of contract.'
 
legacypc46 said:
Not what civil law intended either. Talk about promoting 'breach of contract.'
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Ok, that made me chuckle! But so true...
 
pcchefjane said:
Yeah...these same parents probably think it is funny to give their kids sips of beer and wine to see their reaction! I have a feeling that your DH's announcement will generate quite a few calls to that school about what they are teaching! Sounds like you need to start DARE there in Preschool! ARGH!
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Maybe start practicing the DARE program in the teacher's lounge.. and the principal's office... there is NO excuse for this.. very unacceptable!! I am very proud of you!!! Keep up the great work!!!!!!!
 
pcchefjane said:
Yeah...these same parents probably think it is funny to give their kids sips of beer and wine to see their reaction! I have a feeling that your DH's announcement will generate quite a few calls to that school about what they are teaching! Sounds like you need to start DARE there in Preschool! ARGH!
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Maybe start practicing the DARE program in the teacher's lounge.. and the principal's office... there is NO excuse for this.. very unacceptable!! I am very proud of you!!! Keep up the great work!!!!!!!
 
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