At this very moment, Lily is screaming her lungs out in the most pathetic and heartwrenching way. Our pediatrician had told us that when we tried to wean Lily from her pacifier (aka “Nuk” or “Nukkie”), it helps if you cut the tip off because it’s less pleasurable to suck. Well, so much for that theory. Lily wants nothing to do with it and she is totally upset about it. She told us to “put it away” and “git new nukkie”. We’ve been in there twice in less than half hour because she sounds like a crazed animal up there, and now Arden is screaming along with her. Oh, the joyous nature of parenthood. At least Lily is screaming so loud that you can barely hear Arden.

I have to say, even though I know it’s time, it really hurts my heart to take Lily’s comfort away. She loves stuffed animals so hopefully they can totally replace Nuk at some point, but right now I can see why parents cave in, even if you know that it’s best for your child in the long run.

Well, the screaming has finally gotten to me so I’m going up there to see if I can try to comfort her sans nuk. Wish me luck.