100% use the mail deposit inside next time. Would also reccomend going inside and asking for some help - they're always super helpful there. Also worth remembering that USPS is always overencumbered during the holiday season.
I'd recommend literally going on the inside of this branch; it maybe was collected from the box late. I've had a couple of issues, and the ladies there are great at helping to get them resolved.
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