HEELLLOOO Ladies!
So good to see so many posts this weekend! My dh just left to take my stepsons back to their mom's (the live with her, we get them every other wknd and some odd days) - bummer is that it's 3.5 hrs drive away!!
I'm thinking about having specialized ergonomic seats put in the cars since my butt is always in them! (well, dh's more than mine)
SOO, since he's going it alone tonight, I have some time to myself and I can finally get the computer (from the boys) to check in on you guys!
Wishful/Carolyn - a day in PJs sounds dreamy! That's my next weekend plan (when dh has to work and no stepsons!) especially since I put the boys to work helping me get the Christmas decorations in the basement! btw, I have 3 of them, 12, 14, and 16. The 14yo is the one who tries my patience, God love him, he's either the sweetest kid I know or Damien, demon child, no in-between. I know what you mean about saving $ for treatment - we're paying o-o-p and every round, those drugs are a kicker - not to mention the costs when we are all finally pg! I still think a holiday is in order, though - you gotta treat yourself - you've been working hard!
Shantala -Bless your dh's little heart, I can't believe he got the wrong color
- I'm sure it broke your heart to tell him! I'm glad it's all straightened out now! Now for the rest of the house to get to completion! Wow, I envy you and at the same time, I'm very content with my home as is! It's great to have all that done, but the process is a killer! And I can't imagine dealing with it while you're pg! You're a brave girl! We had some unplanned renovations a few years ago (came come to niagra falls in my kitchen!
) The basement & first floor were completely destroyed with water damage - we took the "opportunity" to change some things around and add more hardwood on the main level, among other things. But we lived on our 3rd floor for about 3 months... ugh. It's great after, but I feel for ya now!
Beachbaby Jayne! Congrats on the 12 week mark! I hope all goes well with your nuchal on Wed and then you can begin to relax and enjoy more! That consultant visit is just right around the corner too, hopefully they'll set your mind at ease as well!! I'll be thinking of you and saying a little prayer on Wed.
Welshgirl/Becky - That story about your daughters and your dh brought a tear to my eye! How sweet that is!!! I have a friend in a similar situation - and what a blessing it is to find a dh who can fulfill not only your dreams but your children's as well!! And it takes a special kind of man to do that, you're a very lucky girl!! I love my guys to pieces, but I have to say, I've found it difficult with their mom... she's a little nuts - and she makes them feel guilty for being too close with me. It's sad and the boys are the ones who pay the price. It's sad that your kids' (girls?) dad isn't in the picture, but you're right, it's definitely his loss... and fortunately, they don't have to be pulled in two directions, they have everything they need at home!! AND>> come July/Aug - when your next treatment DOES work, they will have a new little blessing to look forward to!!
Nimble - Girl, you are right about that 5 full days of work - I don't know how I'm going to make it through! Probably lots of coffee breaks! and thanks to my employers, a lot of wellness visits - (we get a couple of hours a week to workout at work - one of the cooler perks of my job!) The "quasi-diet" isn't really a special diet (at least not that I'm aware! -could be these days, ya never know!) it's just my way of saying that I'm kind of, or half-dieting... I start of great in the am, but by the time 3pm rolls around, I'm looking for a snack! I think when I was pg, I got used to eating every 2 hrs and my body is now ticked that I've stopped! GREAT news about the scan! It's wonderful to see that and have those piccies - I'll cherish mine forever. Good luck at the midwife appt tomorrow and in the quest to find a sexy wire-less bra!!
Rachel - Sorry you're sick! Hope you're feeling better soon!!
Steph - Hang in there, girlie - your spermies and eggies are having a big 'ol party in your uterus and they're doin' just fine! Visualize that (instead of sticks!!) Haha!
Bet you didn't know you had a disco ball in there, now did ya?!!
Yes, I'm evil, I took away guitar hero - and if I had planned better, I would have totally practiced! I played it twice that day (before he lost it!) but didn't even make it through either song! bummer. They all like to watch me play, um, laugh at me as I play! Oh well. I can play a mean Scrabble and kick their little behinds!
Angie! - Tuesday will be here before you know it! I can't believe they couldn't give you an update on the embies!
I am learning a lot about how DIFFERENT clinics are! During my first cycle, I had read an IVF book and was convinced that a 5-day blast transfer was the best route and nearly lost it when they told me 3day... but I quickly learned that my clinic believes that a 5day is only necessary when it's not clear which are the best to transfer... otherwise they feel it's best to transfer asap. Two schools of thought, I guess. But since they do a day-by-day plan, I get daily calls with embie reports. Nevermind all that - YOU are going to have some beautiful embies all ready to implant come Tuesday and you're going to have a little crop to freeze for another bro/sis down the road!
Ah, stepsons... one of the true joys in life as well as one of the biggest struggles! Girlfriend time?! Are you kidding me?! I guess I should count my blessings, as none of our boys has a gf, YET! Plus, I guess we have the benefit, being 3.5 hrs away, any gf time would have to be at their moms! I
your story about the little singing patience girl! That's the kind of mom I want to be one day! What a great story! Thanks for sharing!! I'll be thinking of you and praying for you on Tuesday! It's gonna be a good transfer!!! And HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!, right?!?!
As for me, it's getting kind of late... I was trying to decide between a glass of wine or a workout - too great w's that don't go together. So I caved and poured the wine, but discovered that it was passed it's prime <<ewh>> Think that was a sign I should be lacing up the sneakers?! I guess I'll give it a shot. My options are limited, since there's no way I'm heading out to the gym at this hour on a Sun. Looks like it's either the stationary bike, Turbo Jam or Tae bo... choices, choices.
Have a lovely Monday, ladies... ttys!
NOT equally dark, but why is my body doing this??? So far no twinges like I am O'ing so I am hoping it really was all said and done the other day. Then again if I did O today or tomorrow there might still be a chance...spermies would only be 48 hrs today at noonish...
OMG and Guitar Hero is HARD!!!!! At least that is what I keep telling myself, cuz it certainly isn't cuz I SUCK! 
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