I started a new job in the beginning of this year. I had some saved up vacation days from my old job that I will get paid in february (because I didn't use them for vacation). Come summer I will have earned the right to take 8 paid days off. I can extend my vacation time if I use my old "vacation money".
I'm wondering if 8 days is enough. I'm a bit torn between taking only 8 days off and using the other money to buy funds (now in sale thanks to China) or make a downpayment on my mortage. On the other hand I could be on vacation longer but it will slow my FI dates.
Personally I don't need more that 8 days but I'm thinking about time spent with my son. My son is young and sometimes I feel guilty I'm not spending enough time with him. He grows fast. However, he is happy and well and I do spend most of my free time with him and my wife, the hours after I leave work at 16 and all weekends.
Any advice?