Busy lifestyles can take away time from what might be better spend on building family togetherness. The average time spent in families on household routines like cooking, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, is over two hours. It makes sense for parents to use meal times as a relationship builder and to get closer to their children. Solid relationships are built upon quality conversation. Quantity of communication is also important, and tying conversation to a daily ritual, such as meal time, ensures that family time is regularly had. Cooking