The COUNTDOWN...

We are excitedly counting down the days to summer and/or vacation here at the Vance house this week!  Let's be honest, we've been counting them down for a while, but now that its almost here, its crazy exciting!

Next year is going to hold something new job-wise for Jason, we're just not sure what it is yet!  And he's been busying interviewing and finishing up school stuff.  We'll keep you updated on changes.

Amos and I are starting to prepare for the big vacation which equals a separation of 8 days.  He's going to be in the best of hands, so no worries there.  And actually it might be perfect timing.  As of late, Amos has been very clingy; even when we are at home.  And especially when we're somewhere new.  Up until this point, he really hasn't wanted to be held, ever!  So wanting to just sit in my lap at times hasn't been all bad.  It's just the whiny that follows if he's removed that drives me crazy.  Hopefully 8 days of having fun with other people, will remedy that.

Amos suffered two more "accidents" this week.  They're accidents if they involve tears.  Most of the time he just continues on when he falls or bumps his head.  The first one involved a chair arm to the eye.  And the second was a fall that resulted in a fat lip!  I'm thinking his accidents may become too common to continue to document.  I see a lot more in his future.

Walking is still progressing!  He made almost all the way across the room yesterday.  He's becoming more adventurous with it, but still likes to play it safe at times.  Surprisingly, his favorite time to walk is in the evenings.

Josie came over the hang out this morning while her parents were on very exciting business (finding out the gender of their next baby)  The favorite toy was, of course, the play phone!  We had to practice some sharing.

I had a wonderful Mother's Day.  Not only did I get a free lunch at Qdoba, but I came out to find this made by the two guys in my life!  I am loved!