We've been working on Lydia's nap routine over the past 2.5 weeks, so maybe that's where our time has gone. We haven't done too much during the day since we've been trying to teach her to take naps in her crib (5 a day). Some days have been very successful, others ... not so much. And even though those days are pretty trying ... lots of crying ... I'm realizing that it's such a joy to have 2 kids in the house! Caedmon is really doing a great job as a big brother and adjusting to not having as much of my time. But there's just something about having done this once before and knowing that there's something more going on in the house than just crying and nap attempts ... there's always the chance to play trains with Caed downstairs or run around outside with him as he kicks the soccer ball is very freeing. (Yes, Caed is kicking the soccer ball these days, and shouts, "GOAL," every time he kicks it into the goal. Very cute!)
Regardless though if the naps are happening or not, Lydia is an all-round sweet girl. The naps will come. Sleeping through the night will come (she gave us a sneak peek for 4 nights in a row!) But bottom line, I am so thankful that she's my little girl! And as her gas and dream smiles are transforming into purposeful recognitions that she enjoys being with us, I can see into the heart of this sweet little girl even more clearly.
Here are a few pictures of the past couple of weeks and a video of her new-found skills:
Lydia with her Grandpa
Enjoying Time with Grandma Helen
Caed Finishing Out a Fun Day at Marbles
with Grandma & Grandpa
Getting a Little Daddy Time
A Successful Nap!
Posing On Her Playmat
New-Found Skills:
