Nights, no, independence and hugs.

The last few nights, Brianna has been slowly sleeping longer and longer periods. Until recently, she generally got up 2-4 times a night for 30-60 minutes each time. Which was fine with me, I was just super tired. But a few nights ago, she slept a 5 hour period before waking for the first time. The next night, it was 6 hours. Then 7 hours. And now last night, she slept for 8 whole hours before waking up for the first time! (I put her in her crib about 9 pm, after her bath and feeding and cuddling. She was asleep by 9:15. She did not wake until 5:20!). Let's hope she ends up taking after Kaitlyn in being a great sleeper - especially now that I am coming up quickly on a return to working night shifts. I know Andy would sure like it if she continues this trend. Otherwise he would end up being awake half the night and then having to go in to work the next day. Andy does not do well when he loses too much sleep :-) (Sorry hun, but it is true and you know it! lol).

I can't remember if I have mentioned it yet, and I may have but it could use a second mention. Kaitlyn LOVES the word NO these days. "Can I have a hug?" NO! "Can I have a kiss?" NO! "Can I have a butterfly kiss?" NO! "Do you want this sippy?" NO! "Want to pet the kitty?" NO! She is also so strong willed as far as wanting to do things herself. For example, if you try to hand her sippy to her, she will sometimes knock it out of your hand, scream, run away, etc. But if you leave it somewhere for her to grab herself, she picks it up and drinks it right away. What a cute little stinker :-)

I am happy to report that I did get a spontaneous hug from her this morning, without even asking for it. One of the best things about being a mommy is getting those spontaneous hugs or kisses from your child. Aaaaaah....