After over a year of having this journal, I actually have something to write about.
We are meeting with our potential donor on Tuesday! Hopefully our first insemination will be on March 13th or 14th. I'm hoping to insem on the 13th-16th, which would be CD 17 - 20. I usually O on CD 18/19. Now, that is based on temping and CM changes. OPKs get really close to positive, but still no true positive...yes even with smileys. Next month we'll be adding clomid to the mix if this month isn't successful.
Cross your fingers that we experience a little beginner's luck!
Let the nervousness and excitement begin!
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Deleted.
I guess some things just need to be deleted. It's never easy pressing the backspace button over and over, but in retrospect, I guess I saw it coming.
We all do what we feel is best.
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Work last week was pretty good. It wasn't easier than usual, but because I got off on time/early every day, sometimes I was able to sneak in a nap! You have no idea how much better life feels after a good nap.
The pups are currently sandwiching me on the sofa, making it extremely hard to type since I have limited movement of my elbows. This probably make for a pretty cute picture if Amz was awake.
Today we're having Kitrina over. She's the only person whose willing to try out the guest bedroom, so it's all nice and ready for her. Amber made me clean all yesterday after she got home from work. Can you believe her work made her give up a Saturday? I'd be pissy. Anywho, no clue what we're doing with Kit. I think there was mention of seeing The Lovely Bones. Other than that, I guess we'll watch Dakota, Sadie, and Bella run around the house like crazy.
I've discovered the easiest way to bathe a dog is in a stand alone shower. Turn on water. Put dog in. Go in later and soap 'em up. Rinse. Done. Dakota likes to lick the glass shower door while he's in there.
I'm on the look out for a pair of well fitting, comfortable jeans. With it being cold all the time, my one pair of jeans hasn't been cutting it. Most winters I can get away with cargo shorts and a hoodie, but this winter it's been a little colder with more precipitation.
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I feel like this entry is just fluff. Filler. Things are still hanging in my mind. I want to say more, but I fear making things worse.
We all do what we feel is best.
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Work last week was pretty good. It wasn't easier than usual, but because I got off on time/early every day, sometimes I was able to sneak in a nap! You have no idea how much better life feels after a good nap.
The pups are currently sandwiching me on the sofa, making it extremely hard to type since I have limited movement of my elbows. This probably make for a pretty cute picture if Amz was awake.
Today we're having Kitrina over. She's the only person whose willing to try out the guest bedroom, so it's all nice and ready for her. Amber made me clean all yesterday after she got home from work. Can you believe her work made her give up a Saturday? I'd be pissy. Anywho, no clue what we're doing with Kit. I think there was mention of seeing The Lovely Bones. Other than that, I guess we'll watch Dakota, Sadie, and Bella run around the house like crazy.
I've discovered the easiest way to bathe a dog is in a stand alone shower. Turn on water. Put dog in. Go in later and soap 'em up. Rinse. Done. Dakota likes to lick the glass shower door while he's in there.
I'm on the look out for a pair of well fitting, comfortable jeans. With it being cold all the time, my one pair of jeans hasn't been cutting it. Most winters I can get away with cargo shorts and a hoodie, but this winter it's been a little colder with more precipitation.
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I feel like this entry is just fluff. Filler. Things are still hanging in my mind. I want to say more, but I fear making things worse.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
It's all coming together...
The last few days I've come home to amber watching discovery.health. To any woman desiring to be a mother, you know DH is the holy grail of baby shows. She told me tonight that she and I are finally on the same page as far as baby making is concerned. We've both wanted a family for some time, but she's always been more reserved about it. Tax returns are going towards dewar deposits and sperm (hopefully in bulk). OPKs are in the bathroom waiting to be used. Thinking of getting some clomid to see if i can fix this ovulation issue. I'm already planning the layout of the nursery. I know, i know...no jumping the gun. But it feels real. For the first time i think. We're gonna make this happen.
In other news, I so enjoy a good night out with the girls. I'm very glad we found Cathy and Laura because they've become such good friends. We've also become good friends with our dog trainer, Angela. Plenty of free puppy pointers and some good times mixed in there as well.
Kota and Sadie are great together. Lil brother and big sister act like they've been together their whole lives. They even cuddle in a crate together! Only issue is that Sadie will destroy any toy that she has access to besides a nylabone. Oh well.
Yay!
In other news, I so enjoy a good night out with the girls. I'm very glad we found Cathy and Laura because they've become such good friends. We've also become good friends with our dog trainer, Angela. Plenty of free puppy pointers and some good times mixed in there as well.
Kota and Sadie are great together. Lil brother and big sister act like they've been together their whole lives. They even cuddle in a crate together! Only issue is that Sadie will destroy any toy that she has access to besides a nylabone. Oh well.
Yay!
Sunday, January 3, 2010
picture heavy post
dakota the rockstar
sadie the bouncer
dakota opens his presents
nap time
the pups
pups in the snow...yeah, snow in tx
xmas tree @ hollywood studios
fancy epcot dinner + mouse ears...nuff said.
castle w/ xmas lights
mmm...mouse ears.
the love @ disney
*we're all moved in so expect pics of the house soon...right after we clean. lol.
Friday, January 1, 2010
Finally got i-net!
After a month of living in our new house, several trials and tribulations, moving boxes all unpacked, etc....we finally have internet. We really over extended ourselves financially in the month of december, but we both just got paid again so we can start over and do it right. Sighs of relief. So please expect several picture heavy posts in the near future. Dakota and Sadie are getting along swimmingly. We just had a great new years eve get together with a handful of friends. So bring on 2010! I'm ready for it!
Friday, November 13, 2009
We're Moving Out!
We will be signing a lease for our beautiful new home in about 2 hours. I'm so excited! Here's some pics off the realty website for your viewing pleasure. I'll update in a few weeks with pics after we move in. We're making the move December 1st! Yay!
Backyard
Master Bath
Kitchen
Backyard
Master Bath
Kitchen
Our House!
Sunday, November 1, 2009
19 days...
Something/someone just doesn't want me to write in this blog. I've started a post about six times now (over the past few weeks) and every time I'm either interrupted, the Internet goes down, i lose my post, the power goes off from bad weather, or someone "needs" to use my computer. Maybe this thing just isn't meant to be anymore.
I've had it for over a year now...and it's supposed to chronicle my life to motherhood. However, so far its chronicled my life through nursing school. My life through work. My...boring...life. Never really got anywhere with the whole "mom to be" thing. I'm so tired of fucking planning that I could just spit (or other worse things). I've been "actively planning" for about 2 years now. I've had the urge for about another 2. Excitement and optimism are fading after 4 years. I've gotten to the point that when I see BFP's on the forums or elsewhere I'm not instantly happy for them. My first reaction is selfish, and then I remember to be happy for their blessing. And I haven't even tried yet! I don't know how those of you who have been trying for a while deal with it. I get jealous just hearing about people trying for a baby. It's sad and pathetic really. I think that's another reason that I stay away from the forums and this blog. It's a reminder that I haven't done anything yet...and it all seems like wasted time.
In other news, there's a new countdown...to our Orlando vacation! A week in Orlando starting the 20th. Sure, we'll miss Thanksgiving with the family...but that is awkward for me anyway. Amber and I will go out and find something nice in Orlando to eat that evening. Hopefully we'll get to relax along with all the other fun things we plan on doing. =)
Today I got a new car. Or a new to me car. It's a 2009 Smart Car. Cherry red, with a newly extended factory warranty. Bring on the great gas mileage! I wasn't planning on buying a new car until I got our tax return in February or March, but this kind of fell into my lap...so we're running with it. Not practical for family life, but when/if that ever happens, we'll have Amber's car. Which she assures me that there is ample enough room to fit 2 car seats in the back seat.
Dakota may be getting a big sister. Amber fell in love with our trainer's foster dog, Sadie. She is a 2 year old bully mix. Some say Pitt/Boxer, others say Bull Terrier/Boxer; regardless, she's up for adoption through the Lone Star Boxer Rescue. She's fully trained and is a real sweetheart. We're going to be spending more time with her over the next couple of months, in order to make sure she's a good fit for our family, and we're a good fit for her. I'll keep y'all up to date about that process as it unfolds.
Still looking for a rental house that fits our needs, our lifestyle, and our budget. We've checked some out and subsequently raised the amount we are willing to spend on rent. Our new price range is $900-1200. Of course we'd love to find that hidden gem that rents for $900 and is in a good neighborhood...but...we're realistic. Our projected move date is January 1st (or sooner if at all possible).
Well, that's enough for now. Hopefully, I'll be better at keeping up with this thing. No promises thought.
I've had it for over a year now...and it's supposed to chronicle my life to motherhood. However, so far its chronicled my life through nursing school. My life through work. My...boring...life. Never really got anywhere with the whole "mom to be" thing. I'm so tired of fucking planning that I could just spit (or other worse things). I've been "actively planning" for about 2 years now. I've had the urge for about another 2. Excitement and optimism are fading after 4 years. I've gotten to the point that when I see BFP's on the forums or elsewhere I'm not instantly happy for them. My first reaction is selfish, and then I remember to be happy for their blessing. And I haven't even tried yet! I don't know how those of you who have been trying for a while deal with it. I get jealous just hearing about people trying for a baby. It's sad and pathetic really. I think that's another reason that I stay away from the forums and this blog. It's a reminder that I haven't done anything yet...and it all seems like wasted time.
In other news, there's a new countdown...to our Orlando vacation! A week in Orlando starting the 20th. Sure, we'll miss Thanksgiving with the family...but that is awkward for me anyway. Amber and I will go out and find something nice in Orlando to eat that evening. Hopefully we'll get to relax along with all the other fun things we plan on doing. =)
Today I got a new car. Or a new to me car. It's a 2009 Smart Car. Cherry red, with a newly extended factory warranty. Bring on the great gas mileage! I wasn't planning on buying a new car until I got our tax return in February or March, but this kind of fell into my lap...so we're running with it. Not practical for family life, but when/if that ever happens, we'll have Amber's car. Which she assures me that there is ample enough room to fit 2 car seats in the back seat.
Dakota may be getting a big sister. Amber fell in love with our trainer's foster dog, Sadie. She is a 2 year old bully mix. Some say Pitt/Boxer, others say Bull Terrier/Boxer; regardless, she's up for adoption through the Lone Star Boxer Rescue. She's fully trained and is a real sweetheart. We're going to be spending more time with her over the next couple of months, in order to make sure she's a good fit for our family, and we're a good fit for her. I'll keep y'all up to date about that process as it unfolds.
Still looking for a rental house that fits our needs, our lifestyle, and our budget. We've checked some out and subsequently raised the amount we are willing to spend on rent. Our new price range is $900-1200. Of course we'd love to find that hidden gem that rents for $900 and is in a good neighborhood...but...we're realistic. Our projected move date is January 1st (or sooner if at all possible).
Well, that's enough for now. Hopefully, I'll be better at keeping up with this thing. No promises thought.
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