being a big sister.

Quinn is SO proud of her little baby sister.  She talks about her all the time.  Tells strangers at the store all about her.  She worries about her.  She wants to see and kiss her all the time.  And she definitely tells us every time her "baby Andie is still crying" :).
For such a big change to her little world, Quinn has really handled the transition more beautifully than we had thought.  She loves her little sister so much and that brings so much joy to our hearts.

What has been the one change for this little girl during this transition? SLEEP.  And for the most part it is the going to sleep part that has changed, dramatically.  That's right our little sleeper with a perfect little record decided to make us finally start "parenting".  We have had it so easy up to this point!  Naps are turning to be a little rare, but she really still needs them. Any act of going to bed is met with dozens of appearances coming out of her bedroom door.  We have tried so many things.  It can be very frustrating, mostly because we are also caring for a little newborn too, but we remind ourselves of what a huge change this girl has been through and how she wants to make sure she isn't missing out on anything.
Update on this at 6 weeks post Andie entering into our lives - it is getting better and appearances out of her door we can count on one hand.  Last night was the first night she didn't come out at all!!  It was also this mama's first night getting both girls fed and in bed by herself so it was great timing.

We pick our battles sometimes...

This is where I found her during naptime one day (in her sister's room).

One of the biggest things we have done this summer was to make sure this little girl always felt special and loved.  This meant lots of special little outings, activities and little projects.  It also was a great summer for Quinn with her daddy.  They had so much time together, it has definitely been a cherished summer for all of us.

Quinn has also decided to start acting three.  That's right, a little bit of sass and wanting to tell mommy and daddy what to do.  Way to take advantage of our sleep-deprived state little chickee!  We see what you are trying to do. :)  You are still sweet as pie 99% of the time, but that little 1% that is trying to make decisions for us is giving us a run for our money.

One more month and this girl will be starting preschool!!