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Every once in a while, he excitedly picks up another box of it as his "Jr Volunteer" choice at
the weekly Food Distribution where we serve. Every time I make it for him, I can expect the same response:
joy, then sadness, then anger, then confusion - because it's weird to be happy/sad/mad all at the same time. This makes him feel out of control, which makes him defiant so that he can try to find a way to be IN CONTROL while we remind him that he is safe, that Mom and Dad are taking care of him, and that God is in control.
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We then walk
to school, which gives a diversion and distraction that usually settles his heart before the school day.Â
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At least I know what to expect now and can try to walk him through it more smoothly. I could decide to never let him choose a Hamburger Helper box again, except that what good would that really do?
The feelings are all there - we need to face them and work on healing.
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Anyway, I remembered recently that I have a
Homemade Hamburger Helper Knock-Off recipe that I should try to make for him/all of us. I think it would be a hit, but have a slightly different taste compared to what he's used to because of the ingredients I use. I'd love for
this recipe to help him feel loved (Mom made me one of my favorites!) without being triggered by the box. I'll get back to you on this. :)
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