Just Plain Tired

Our first and only child is nearly 21 months now. First-time parents can be a bit preachy to those without kids, and I’ve tried to avoid that tendency. But today, my level of exhaustion wins out over my sense of good comportment.

After a night during which my child deprived me of yet a few more dreams, I must beseech all those who are able to get as much sleep as they can while they can. Like a lot of things in life, I didn’t realize how precious sleep was until it became so hard to get a good night of it. But these days, a full night of sleep is, well, just a dream. I often feel worn out before the day even starts. The other day I was nodding off at my desk -- and when this happens, it’s for everyone to see.

This tale of woe is told knowing full well that Braeden, my son, has been better than most kids when it comes to sleeping. Furthermore, people with two or more children assure me that it’s exponentially more tiring than having just one.

But I guess that’s just all the more reason to tell those who don’t have kids, but think they might one day, to get some quality Z’s in now, while the getting’s good.

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