wow, Joanna. I wish it were easy. I talked to my therapist about how tired I am today at my session. how I nod off at stop lights and at my desk at work. i like your ideas. I think they will work better for me if i can get off work a little earlier and get my girls settled a little sooner at night...then have an hour of quiet time for me, then try and go to bed by 1030. I know i feel better when I sleep better. that is no surprise for me. Thank you for your suggestions :)  (now, just to get out of the habit of the need to have the tv on while I sleep)....