Life doesn’t always go as planned.  When meals have to be adjusted to accommodate life’s unexpected circumstances, write it down.  Putting your change of plans in writing on your family menu plan can protect your good habits.  Here’s why: You Can’t Stop Life From Happening All good menu planners will tell you that no matter how good your intentions or how far in advance your planning, life will alter your menu plan from time to time.  Appointments can run long or you can find yourself unexpectedly away from home when you are supposed to be preparing a meal.  You could even forget to prepare your crockpot meal in the morning…