We have been going strong on "Operation Lock-In" for five nights now. I want to tell you that IT IS A THING OF BEAUTY! Sure she screamed and cried and wailed the second night even worse than the first night. But, we stood tough and didn't budge (until Scout cranked up her radio as loud as it would go at about midnight - Scott had to enter the room and unplug it). And in the morning, it is crazy to see the aftermath of the lock-in: Scout slides books under the door, I guess as some sort of cry for help or maybe peace offering. Either way, I just pick them up in the morning. Also, when you go in her room in the morning, the place is all crazy with clothes strewn about and books all over the place. Hey, I'm all about letting her get her frustration out. I'd be grumpy if I got locked in too.
But, the last few nights have been so peaceful. It seems she's getting "broken" of the habit of waking up every two hours. I can barely stand the amount of sleep. I find myself staying up later and getting up early in the morning, just to have some time by myself with hot tea and tv.
As for the concern if there really is something wrong, well, I figure she'd yell out something like "diaper" or "milk." As it is she just cries, "Mommy, where are you?!" and "Daddy, where are you!?" All, in really sad whimpering tones. Good thing I'm emotionally detached, or it would make me cry.
Furthermore, I find it interesting that so many kids Scout's age are still in cribs, or can't turn door knobs. Some people at work were telling me that, then you all have commented on this too. I guess, I drew the short straw since Scout's been out of her crib since 18 months, and has been turning door knobs since 15 months.
Well, I'm staying on my toes since there is always something unexpected in the world of baby/toddler. Until next time....
7 comments:
I think in the long run it won't turn out to be the short straw. Scout's just advanced for her age. Before you know it they'll be testing her for gifted and talented and she'll be an freshman on the Varsity volleyball and basketball teams. I'm glad that things seem to be working out! Keep it up. The alone time is what you deserve.
"A FRESHMAN" - sorry about the grammar mistake.:)
I'm happy for you!
I "lock" mine in all the time, haha.
Ok, I will have to remember this when it comes time! Hopefully, we can be as strong as you! This still seems so far away......I can't wait to hear more.
Emotionally detached. LOL. See...there is a plus side to it!!
Is it wrong to laugh at the emotionally detached comment?
Good job. Kids can test boundaries and try to dupe you into doing something. Way to stay strong and not give in, it has paid off.
I laugh at the books under the door and the chaos in the morning.
With a tall kid, Scout is going to be able to do alot of things earlier than most.
Maybe if you tried to reason with her...Scout, I love you...but by keeping me up at night, you are driving mommy slowly insane...no, you're right, locking her in is better. :)Just think 10 more years, and then she'll lock herself in. No, not helping?
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