More Sweet Dreams

Lavender gave up her (okay, actually it was MY) beloved nap right around the time she turned three. She had previously been a champion napper, so it was tough for me to give up 2+ hours of quiet time each day! Now she only naps if she happens to be in the car in the early afternoon. It doesn't usually work out for me, but once in awhile the stars align.

Today we hopped in the car around 1:30 to take cousin Cammi (world's best playmate & mother's helper) home. It takes about 30 seconds to drive to Cammi's house, so we were back in our driveway lickety-split. Lavender asked me if we were going to the store. I told her "no." Then she asked a question that really surprised me:

"Will you just drive around so I can sleep?"

I quickly agreed, and she began singing to herself. After a five minute drive around the neighborhood, she was out! I got to read my scriptures, check my email and work on the laundry in blissful peace and quiet. A good afternoon for both of us!

Before and After

This girl LOVES her babies and animals! Marie is obviously the favorite though, since she gets tucked under the covers.