The downside of Alex becoming aware of separation is the heart wrenching look on his face when he is not happy about me being out of reach. The upside is the amazing reception anyone close to him gets when they suddenly come into his line of sight. On Friday, when Mike went to pick Alex up from day care, he squealed with delight, said his trademark "Hi there!!!!!!" and came running to him. When I arrived a few minutes later, I got a similar greeting. It really melts ya!