This week showed that establishing a routine has paid off. Chores and school activities are going ahead without a glitch. My children know that the work needs to be done and that the sooner they finish, the more time for play. In fact, I am noticing better behaviour all around. I would also give them a high score on the happiness scale.
Midweek all personal items were picked up from school. My children walked in silence in the empty hallways stripped of all artwork escorted by a teacher. No other students were there as we had been given a time slot to arrive. When I asked how that felt, they said it felt sad. School supplies stuffed in a blue plastic bag echoed their sentiment.
Our province is fairing very well with flattening the curve of COVID-19 and containing community spread. As a result, there has been some easing of restrictions. National discussions of recovery and what that might entail have begun.
Despite the negative personal economic impact, I feel fortunate to have been able to spend this time focused on my children, their school work and overall well-being. It has given me a chance to acclimatize to the new norm. I now feel better prepared to handle the needs of my children while I begin to take on the new challenges my own business will face moving forward.
Single parenting during COVID-19 pandemic 