This morning after the bus picked up Older Boy Younger Boy asked if I could pick him up first from daycare today.  He said he just really likes the time we spend without Older Boy, because it is stressful. 

I told him I would see what I could do...even if it meant leaving work early since we need to be home when Middle Boy gets there tonight.

Younger Boy followed it with "It's okay if you can't.  I just wanted you to know I like to spend time with you."

Prayers for time with Younger Boy alone....he craves and needs it.