An afternoon to get some things done

Thomas has been struggling.  School is feeling overwhelming, and family emotions and the stress of a pandemic are not helping.  It's been an especially rough couple of days, and last evening was particularly rough.  I was feeling a little beat up over some things as well.  I made arrangements to leave work early.  Although I had to take care of a few errands, when I arrived home before 2:30, I didn't have to leave again,  I can't remember the last time that happened!  Most work days I've had since I started my new job I've either gone to church to work, or been working on band things, or running errands.  I'm not complaining, because this is life, and I know it won't last forever.

Today though, I was able to make sure Thomas was focusing on school work, and I was able to get some gifts wrapped.  I was able to clean out my purse, and I was able to go through some catalogs and mail that had stacked up.  I am so incredibly grateful to be able to have this afternoon!