Routines

Our camera battery charger is lost, but a new one is on the way. In lieu of photos, I'd like to share what I've learned about Olivia lately.  ROUTINE.  It's in every book, but I just recently appreciated the value of the word when observing Olivia at bed time.  To go to bed without WW4 happening we need the following:

1 sippy cup with two ice cubes, water and splash of juice  (her words exactly/removed once she's asleep)

Mickey Mouse

Minnie Mouse

Little Mickey

Sunshine the pillow

Little crib book (used as a base  to place the sippy cup on)

Two blankets: green animal one, and mommy's baby blanket

If ANY of these things aren't present, sleep is not happening.  Providing structure for Livy has been such a blessing, and I can't wait to see what other habits come about as shortly, she will be turning two.  Please don't be terrible, please don't be terrible....