Finding Strength Through a Simple Meal

Shared by: Feed the Need

Eight-year-old Awpurbo Murkmu’s transformation was nothing short of remarkable. One week, he sat quietly in the corner of a field, pale and withdrawn, watching other children play. Next, he was running, laughing, and chasing the ball with boundless energy. His tired eyes now sparkled with joy. Even his younger sister, Laboni Mrrmu, only five, stopped crying at night. Their laughter slowly replaced the silence that had once filled their home.

The turning point came when they received a package from “Feed the Need”. The package contained ready-to-cook meals rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. These are the vital elements a child needs to grow mentally and physically healthy. For their mother, Suhi Hebrom, a homemaker, who had been trying to feed her children with little more than rice and salt, it felt like a prayer answered.

That day, the smell of a wholesome meal filled their tiny hut. The kids sat eagerly, eyes wide with excitement. When Awpurbo and Laboni took their first bite, they felt thrilled that they could have a proper meal. The comforting warmth of real food filled their stomach, a feeling they hadn’t known in far too long. Before that day, life was a daily struggle. Awpurbo’s father worked as a day laborer, and his earnings barely covered rent, leaving very little for food.

For Awpurbo and his sister, each day was a reminder of hunger. The signs were visible. Awpurbo was complaining about stomach aches almost every day, and Laboni’s thin arms, frail body, and quiet nature spoke of malnutrition. While other children played freely, Awpurbo and his sister sat and watched, too weak to join. Hunger had taken more than their health; it had taken away their joy.

The meal packages they received didn’t just fill their stomachs; they gave them hope. It allowed Awpurbo to dream again, to imagine a future where he could run, play, and grow without the weight of hunger holding him back. And “Feed the Need” meals made it possible for them. With regular, nutritious food, the kids began to regain their strength. Their mother could finally rest a little easier, knowing her children were eating well. Now Awpurbo can go back to the field, laugh, and play with friends. His energy and spirit are a testament to the power of a single act of compassion.