Zzzzz-licious

I love my little boy dearly, but I will admit he is not very good at sleeping, particularly at night. I have not, since he was born, had more than a three hour stint at sleeping, and that is on a good night; it is often two hours or less.
He is healthy enough, he eats enough, he doesn't have his days and nights mixed up....In short, there is no good reason for his constant awakenings. I whole-heartedly agree with the theory of "just letting him cry" but the reality of our situation doesn't really allow for it.
It has been wearing on me, more and more...I often feel as if I'm "losing it"...I could give examples (like me signing Rod's name, instead of my own), but I'm sure many mothers (and many others) have a good idea of what I'm talking about. This past week has been particularly hard, as I am trying to get over being sick, but am also taking care of a sick boy, who has been waking up at least every two hours.
But last night.... five solid hours! Followed by another four!
How? You may ask. A simple two step process, initiated and carried out by my wonderful husband.
Step one:
In frustration, move the crib into the living room.
Step two:
Insert ear plugs into wife's ears.
Silence is golden, truly.