Update

Over the past two weeks, Iain and I have been working, caring for Callum and generally trying to keep our heads above water. Things have been hectic. Last Saturday, we were fortunate enough to make some extra money working at standardized testing which occurs periodically at the university. Aunt Karen and Uncle Tedd generously babysat for Callum and had a fun time with him. Callum did a great job away from Mommy and Daddy for several hours. He has been experiencing some stranger/separation anxiety over the past couple of weeks but did very well with Aunt Karen and Uncle Tedd. Obviously they aren't strangers to him! The separation anxiety is a new thing. He still does really well at daycare, but he gets stressed out when either Iain or I leave the room. It makes things difficult when trying to get stuff done around the house. Even this past weekend, he's been getting upset when one of us isn't holding him. I don't know where this behavior came from, but boy are my arms tired. He's not that little anymore! On another note, some new and cute behaviors are his ability to shake his head "no" at us and also lunge forward/scoot his butt around his space. He manages to do quite well scooting but gets mad when he is on his tummy but can't get very far. I am afraid that he will be crawling before we both know it. Yikes! We are definitely not ready for that. Iain and Callum spent last Saturday night alone while I traveled out of town for the night to attend my high school reunion. It wasn't the official reunion because no one from our class actually bothered to plan one. However, several of my girlfriends and I rented a condo at Nemacolin Woodlands and spent the evening catching up. It was fantastic to see everyone and to hear about the past ten years. I am amazed that so much time has passed, but then again, when I look at Callum, I can see just how quickly time flies. The Burnetts are looking forward to the upcoming week because of a short three days at work/daycare and then some time away for Turkey Day. Safe and happy travels to all of you who will be making any trips for Thursday.