Roommates

For months I have been wondering about when to move the girls together in the same room.  With baby brother coming in a few months, I thought it might be helpful to move them together before he comes so that they were well adjusted.  I wasn't sure when, but Emily helped move things along this week.  On Monday Emily begged to sleep with Lily.  Even though Lily was already asleep I consented.  I read a few stories to Emily and left the room.  Soon enough, Lily had woken up to see her sister in her room.  Lily never cried, but the two talked for a few minutes.  After some time Lily went back to sleep while Emily continued to talk and play.  Finally around 9:45 pm I gave Emily some medicine to encourage her to go to sleep.  She finally did.  Both girls slept until just after 7 am.  Lily has typically gone to bed first and woken up first, while Emily wakes up a little later.  The two are learning to adjust as Lily is going to bed later and waking up later while Emily is going to bed earlier (sometimes) and waking up earlier.

I love hearing the girls talk and read books together each night.  Emily seems more comfortable about bedtime instead of anxious with Lily's company.  Seeing them together reminds me of my special memories growing up sharing a room with my sister Melissa.  We had fun talking and laughing together for many years, and I know these girls will too!

Each night as I tuck them in when they have fallen asleep I can't help but stop and gaze for a few moments.  I love these two more than words can say.  As I watch them sleep I think of the fun adventures we have shared that day.  I smile and giggle at the funny things they said and did, while wondering how I can be a better mom for them.  I hope they know how much a love them and want the best for them.  Every night I also strive to taken a mental forever picture to hold onto them being little for just a little longer.  Growing up seems to go by too fast! Sweet dreams little ones!