I had to leave Kevin with Lea today as I had an orthodontist appointment. He did really well with her (from what I gathered) so I took the time to get a much needed haircut too.
Tonight though, Kevin is a little restless. I always wish I knew why he felt this way sometimes. He keeps calling me in his room and then he doesn't have anything to say or anything he needs. He's just frustrated and I assume he wishes he could just fall asleep. I sure wish he could too.
That's pretty much it today, so I am going to sign off and try to get some sleep too.
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Is Kevin very sensitive to odors? I'm asking because of essential oils. When my grandson was young, he most always had a hard time relaxing and falling asleep. I had already started using some EOs like lavender and the woman I buy them from is a marvel with her knowledge and advice. So, she suggested putting a few drops of Roman Chamomile on a cotton ball and put it in the corner of the pillowcase. Leslie, I tell you, it was like magic! My daughter is a paramedic w/the fire dept. in Baltimore Co.; after she divorced I kept my GS the 2 nights she worked (starting at age 3)and used this religiously. I also used it myself if my mind wouldn't ease off to sleep. I don't think it's an unpleasant or strong smell - I know Marge would send you a sample vial if you're interested in trying it. I'd be glad to arrange it. Her web site is: http://www.naturesgift.com
I love your artsy new blog background...very nice! I find that ocean sounds always put my mind in a good place for sleep. If you really can't walk at the ocean every night, there are radio-sized "sound machines" that mimic ocean waves and might be soothing for Kevin. Another idea, from our frig, a postcard-sized magnet with a series of 30 expressive faces with feelings written under them. It comes with a little frame that can be moved from one expression to another to say "today I feel" any of those 30 ways. It might help Kevin put words to why he calls you in the night. Generally I think folks in his age group tend to be more nocturnal than their parents are.
Yet a good night's sleep is such a blessing!
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