Weaning the Paci

Since Sammie's top teeth are coming in, I thought it would be a good time to try to take the paci away. Although she only uses it while sleeping, it usually falls out once she's zonked anyway. I was able to get her to nap without it, however, after her nighttime bottle, when we usually give it to her, I tried to avoid it but she kept wanting to suck. I tried not giving in, but her eyes were open like she couldn't fall asleep without it... and I was determined to not have a fussy night... so, yes, I gave in! Maybe Daddy will have better luck this week. It was only the first night.

Sammie spent the evening with Daddy while Mommy went out for dinner. They played, Sammie kept her plastics cabinet well stocked and she even helped Daddy make delicious Wells' Family Oven-Fried Chicken and chocolate chip cookies! Mommy was happy when she got home.

As for Sammie's "cold": She is still very snotty and sometimes has a hard time breathing. She is doing a good job at letting us wipe her nose with a tissue and letting Daddy suction out the yuckies. She doesn't like it at all, but when she gets reeeal stuffy, she'll hold still. I guess she knows it'll help her breathe a little easier. 

I am going to be working late (til 8pm) some days this week, so forgive me if I miss a blog or if they don't make sense. I'm sure I will be tired! Maybe I'll try to catch up in the mornings.