Separation Anxiety at Night

It has officially been a week since Lydia had a good night's sleep. Lydia cries, tosses and whimpers throughout the night, especially when we step out of her eyesight. I am at a loss for what to do. Move her crib back to our room? Sleep in her room with her? Keep bouncing between rooms to replace fallen pacifiers that will just fall out again in a matter of minutes? Lately I have been trying to trust my instincts rather than answer to baby books and websites. However, I bought this book out of desperation at about one in the morning. Fingers crossed that it will help us move past these sleepless nights. Megan

Grammy and Granddad Visit

Relaxed beach and baby days was the theme of Grammy Dana and Granddad Jim's visit last week. We spent lots of time chatting while taking in the crystal clear ocean views. During the daytime, Lydia wooed them with her laid-back attitude, vibrant smiles and slobbery raspberries (Note here how I specify "daytime." Nighttime was a different story). Overall, we had a spectacular visit and it reminded me how meaningful it is to spend time with family. Megan

The Toy Department

Our friends and family have been extremely generous in giving gifts to Lydia. In fact, Friday was the very first time I bought Lydia a toy myself. A normally dull trip to Walmart turned fun when I impulsively decided to wander through the toy section. Lydia has so much to look forward to! Apparently, so do I, as I had a blast picking out this musical walker for her. Megan

An Organized Cupboard

I know what you may be thinking...A blog entry about a boring cupboard??? The answer is yes! John was so kind and reorganized this cabinet over the weekend to make room for Lydia's foods and utensils. In the end, I thought it is a great example of where our priorities now lie. Lowest shelf and easiest to reach quickly is designated for Lydia's things. Next in line and importance is coffee cups. Top shelf and most unlikely to be taken out is fine china. I do not foresee eating many meals on fine china in the next few years. Megan

Early Spring Cleaning

I spent the majority of the day yesterday cleaning the condo. When I clean, nothing can stop me. I am intense--Steer clear! Around sunset, I found myself standing in a much cleaner condo with a baby who had spent the day being slightly neglected (sorry Lydia). To celebrate cleaning completion, I enjoyed a little happy hour with the best little happy hour buddy in the world. Megan

Coast Guard

John has decided to apply to the Coast Guard! If accepted, he will be flying search and rescue, which is extremely exciting. The duty stations and few deployments are also big bonuses. We won't know for over a year though if he has been accepted. It is going to be a lot of hoping, waiting, and watching episodes of Coast Guard Alaska. Megan

Red Blanket

Here is a very quick video of Lydia having fun with Lucy's blanket. Like Lucy, Lydia sees the blanket as the best toy. I guess I'm going to have to start washing it more often. Megan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZbOJQeDfz_4&feature=youtu.be