For the first time since we started helping the food pantry last March, we could not get any cereal boxes on the way to the Cambridge Food Pantry for their BackPack program. This program provides cereal and other breakfast foods to 150 children who otherwise (no school programs) spend the weekend without enough food.
What we need:
Life Breakfast Cereal from Quaker Oats, Cereal Original, 13.)oz Boxes (3 Pac), $14.97.
I knew something had to be wrong, and it was. The Army of Good doesn’t ignore appeals like that.
At first, I worried it was the political news coming out of Washington. People were distracted and confused, and some seemed frightened in their messages. However, there are no politics regarding the food pantry; it must be something else.
I was up much of the night trying to figure it out. It’s not like we shut down and ignore a plea like that. I pushed myself and couldn’t get to checkout. Something was off with Amazon’s typically efficient ordering software. Sarah deleted the cereal requests and restored them. I was able to order 15 Life Breakfast Cereal Boxes without trouble.
I understand there are distractions, confusion, and sometimes fear. However, I don’t believe that will stop us; it has never stopped us. So, I’m devoting my day to getting these cereal boxes to the food pantry before packing my backpack on Thursday. Helping children is as important as anything.
We are back in business, and I hope we can get some cereal—some as inexpensive as $1.99. I’m not going to rest until I know the cereal is on the way; I don’t even want these kids to go hungry because of a software problem. I’m waiting for that message from Sarah saying the cereal is on the way. I know that will happen.
Again, here are the three cereals Sarah requested for the backpack program. We have until next week to receive them. I’ll be posting throughout.
Life Breakfast Cereal from Quaker Oats, Cereal Original, 13.)oz Boxes (3 Pac), $14.97.
My research:
Several studies highlight that breakfast cereal consumption may be associated with improved cognitive functioning, lower measures of overweight or obesity, and reduced risk of hypertension.
According to the National Institutes of Health, “You can confidently buy and serve cereal to your children without guilt. Cereal remains a nourishing, cost-effective, and convenient meal or snack for families; it’s perfectly safe. Life Breakfast Cereal has the highest ratings for healthy cereal.
(AI Overview: Quaker Life cereal can be a healthy breakfast option because it’s made from whole grains, low in saturated fat, and contains fiber and protein.)
