Fifty au pairs from two clusters visited the Capitol on Saturday, August 27, 2011 just before the hurricane. The streets were empty, Union Station also, and very few visitors the Capitol, but au pairs were there!
Monthly Archives: August 2011
Welcome to Washington DC
Connors family welcoming Lina to Washington DC
On August 25, 2011 11 au pairs arrived to our cluster. There were many families with flowers, balloons and signs waiting for their au pairs at the Washington DC Union Station.
Healthy Eating – Smaller Portions
How much you eat is just as important as what you eat. You want to experience life in the U.S., but don’t feel compelled to pick up bad habits. Stick to the portions you would normally eat. The U.S. is known for its “supersizing”, especially in restaurants. It is OK to ask for a to-go box and take home that food you couldn’t finish at the restaurant.
Also, check food and drink packages to find out what is considered a normal serving. For example a 20 oz. bottle of soda is actually 2 1/2 servings. Many things that are packaged in what appear to be single serving sizes are actually 2 or more portions.
It’s easier to maintain a healthy weight than it is to overeat and have a lot to lose later.