I have a two year old D as well. X and I are not together. She is like your S in that she is so energetic and loves her Daddy's attn. When I have her I am nonstop trying to take care of her. The X lives with her Mom and her mom does not work. She has it somewhat easy in that regard. Having an extra person around is monumental.
When my D is with me, she sleeps with me. I don't get really enough time with her anyway, so for me to put her in the another area is more time apart. I enjoy just snuggling up with the D. Sometimes I do need to break away and lay by myself, so when she goes to sleep I sneak off and get on the couch for a while. A little me time never hurts. I just have to rest when she rests though or else she will wear me out.
Hang in there. I also have a 16 yr old D, so I know it does get easier as time goes on.
If you get a chance, take a peek at my situation and you will see what I am talking about. Let me know what you think. I am not sure how to place a link, but the thread is Needing Advice in the Newcomer's Forum.
