Greta, as of 11 a.m. this morning. Less puffy-eyed and ready to take on the world (i.e., bounce for an hour and scream at her hand or the door).

I should also mention her giraffe, Vernon, is a part of her starting lineup. When I say starting lineup, I mean key players in Greta's everyday life. She actually "looks" for Vern when he falls overboard (she pushes him off her exersaucer play deck). Vern is one of many:

Veronica, Vern's life partner and lifetime member of Noah's Ark crew.
Jaleesa, a handknit doll, made by Greta's cousins Madelyn and Emily.
William, a duck that came with her play gym. He was down from day one.
Alphonse, another giraffe in her crew. He is also best friends with William.
Cyndl, her white sparkly unicorn puppet. A gift from Jack and Josie Becker.
Sally, one of her Fisher Price Little People. She also rides the bus to school.
Farmer Ted, another Little People. He mans the farm stand in the summer.
Ms. Cleo, her light up lullaby crib puppy. Cleo was Greta's first friend.
Cleo (no prefix), a gift from Ms. Randi. She has fluffy purple hair.
Lamby, another crib friend. A gift from Grammy Jan.

These things are significant members of Greta's crew. She relies on them for advice, support, and most importantly, soft parts to rub and touch when she is falling asleep. HOWEVER, in no way do her friends take the place of human hair that she can pull and caress. Dave's is her favorite....thick, soft, and short. Perfect for nighttime.