The Solo Slumber
FOUR NIGHTS IN A ROW, PEOPLE.
This is real life. Really.
She's slept in her own big girl bed for four straight nights. 8PM-7AM and finishing the last hour in our bed! She's two in three months and though it breaks my heart to leave her all alone in her own room, we thought it was time for her to stretch out in her own space. And seriously, I've not felt this rested in two straight years. I think maybe she's feeling more rested too. Finally, I've gotten an entire night's sleep without someone's hand down my shirt or feet in my face and since she's not distracted by Mommy milk during the middle of the night anymore, she's also getting more rest because she's not waking up. I do sleep lighter now that she's in her room - the softest sound will stir me upright, but I'm able to fall back asleep so much faster. Truth is, I feel slightly guilty for leaving her 30 feet from us - we've so enjoyed her company and snuggles these past almost two years, but I'm at a point in life where I'm desperate for rest and this is the only solution that would fill the need.
The past 21 months have been so sweet by your side, Amelia. Daddy and I love nothing more than waking up to your precious face. And though things are changing slowly around here, it's not because our love has diminished for you. That will surely never be the case. We'll still be the first ones to swoop you up in the morning and give you all the snuggles necessary for a fresh start, but let's be real girlie, we both are getting some good sleep right now and sometimes change is a good thing! I love you forever. And I'll always always cherish the special memories and bond we shared alongside each other for the first two years of your life...and whenever you need a night next to Mama and Dada, there will always be room. Sleep tight my best girl. And know that Mommy is only one peep away from your arms.
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