Countdown: 18 days left.

Yesterday, for Alec's 18-days-left pocket, Diane showed up as a surprise. And, boy was he ever. When I told him to go into the mudroom and check his pocket he squealed with delight when he spied Diane attempting to fit herself into a lunch bag. Alec LOVES when she comes and manages to position himself right next to her, completely attached to her, everywhere she goes. Bless her for being as patient as she is.