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StacyLH24 · July 2014

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Amber&Reva · July 2014

1. The board seems very quiet lately.

2. Brynlee's EDD is fast approaching I need to talk to R and see what we want to do to honor her on that day.

3. I miss Oliver so much. I just don't get how a dog can just vanish. No confirmed sightings =( I am so sad for him and worried about him because he is a big baby and I am sure he is terrified.

4. I got a Fitbit Flex and it has made me realize I need to make an effort to walk a lot more.

5. I can't believe that I am pregnant again and that this one will be 100% related to Brynlee which was very important to R and I. Our donor is no longer available so if we do have future kiddos we will have to pick a new donor.

6. I am excited for our first u/s on July 9th to make sure everything is okay and to hopefully see a heartbeat.

7. I am not ready to go back to work after this vacation my head and heart just isn't in it right now.

8. I am so happy about all the BFP on this board lately but my heart also breaks for the losses.

9. I have to sand the walls in our master bedroom today our goal is to be in there soon but our goal was to be in there by June 20th which didn't end up happening so who knows when we will be in there. The new goal is before my birthday because we have people coming up from out of town and would like for them to have a proper guest room to stay in.

10. Oliver PLEASE come home.

StacyLH24 · July 2014

1. I'm med free until Friday now. I got the all clear yesterday to start stimming on Friday.

2. I started to have moments of panic on Sunday. I was looking through my instructions and it hit me that this (IVF) is really happening. I'm terrified that I'm going to mess something up. I'm an expert with the Gonal-F so that's no biggie. The diluted HCG shot shouldn't be a big deal either. None of it should be a big deal, but I'm starting to freak out a little anyway.

3. The Aerosmith concert is finally next week. I will be on days 7 and 8 of stimming then...and in a car for 6 hours one way and walking around NYC. This may be disastrous. I hope not. At the very least it will give me something else to focus on.

4. We had a staff meeting with just us caseworkers and another staff member this morning. At varying levels, they know of our TTC journey. Since we all work closely together, I wanted to make sure they knew that I would be calling off with short notice in another two weeks and why. Well, I got so nervous and almost started to cry. I have no idea why. I felt, and still feel, ridiculous about it. We joked and such, so it really ended up being no big deal.

5. I'm conflicted about POAS. The IVF nurse said it is a no no. I am worried with all of the meds that I could get a false positive. My beta will be 14 days after transfer. Ugh...that feels like it will be an eternity.

6. C is getting stressed out at work. She keeps mentioning wanting to find a new job and as a result, I get anxious. I handle all of the money so I worry about whether or not a new job would pay enough, etc. I keep reminding myself that we have always found a way to make it work. We will again if we need to. She can always find a very well paying job, but the trade off is that she would be gone a lot. We have talked about it on and off and had decided before that the money wasn't worth it. Maybe that will be changing

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7. Our Boston Terrier attacked a woodchuck yesterday. He lost a tooth in the whole scramble. Other than that he is ok. We aren't sure if the woodchuck lived or went off and died.

8. Normally I am full of thoughts, but today I'm having a hard time getting to 10. I think I will end it here.

doodah1013 · July 2014

1. I think working 36 hours straight this weekend has broken me. I have been alternating between sleeping, puking and being in pain (mostly my lower back) since then. I am really going to have to set some serious boundaries going forward.... I just can't physically do all the things I want/need to in this job.

2. I can't get enough World Cup. I put it on my iPad when I am in my camp office. @firstcomeslove will make fun of me for saying this, because I have literally told anyone who would listen in the past month, but I actually played college soccer at Furman University, at the same time that Clint Dempsey was playing for the men's team.

3. I have four days off in a row after Wednesday. I haven't had two consecutive days off since Memorial Day, so I am looking forward to the break.

4. I am tired of puking, but would do anything for this little person, so I guess it all evens out in the end

5. My love booked up a couple's massage and pedicures for Thursday. We never treat ourselves to such things, and it couldn't come at a better time.

6. I love my In-Laws. They are wonderful people... Sometimes they come down just to help us out because they know we are so busy with our jobs.

7. Last night I couldn't sleep... even though I was exhausted. My lower back has really been bother me and I couldn't get comfortable. It makes me feel so frustrated!

8. I just set up a meeting with my boss to discuss work boundaries... I hope I can talk intelligently about it without getting too upset.

9. My belly is getting bigger... and that is weird! I can hardly wait the two weeks until our next U/S appointment to see our little Squinter again. Sometimes I think I MAY be feeling the baby move, but am not sure...

10. I had to take a break to go down and help out at the pool... Which I was irritated about... but we have our youngest girls here this week and they are always fun to talk to. One particularly chatty little girl asked me if I was a boy or girl... to which my standard answer is: "Both". She said:

"Yeah... that what I thought.... because (strokes chin and points to legs) you definitely have some boy parts."

Why can't all people understand me the way 5 years olds do?

2MamazInSeattle · July 2014

1. @StacyLH24 - you've got this. I get the nervousness and worry, but honestly, you are so smart and capable, you'll do great. You know I'm a pee-pusher; if you do want to POAS, you just need to test out your trigger...so you will test positive and then it will become negative. After that, a + is a BFP. 14 days is a LONG time especially with a 5-day transfer - we only had to wait to (equivalent) 14dpo, or 9dp5dt. You might ask.

2. Amber&Reva, I hope Oliver comes home!

3. My breech baby is using my bladder as a trampoline. It feels weird - like she's kneading bread dough with her toes, only it's my (usually full) bladder. Also her head is under my right rib, and when she moves it's very pronounced!

4. I am SO HAPPY for @ball.and.chain, but selfishly I miss my pregnancy buddy! But dang, that little BennyG is CUTE.

5. I have 5 weeks of work left until my last day. I am no hero. I do not need to work up until my due date or until my water breaks... plus, I have read that (assuming I get a 'normal' labor) they go better if a woman has had 2 weeks of rest beforehand. I'm working to resign myself to a c-section, but even still, a couple weeks off beforehand will be nice. But, I am feelings some serious short-timers disease at work!!

6. J's mom is coming for our baby shower on the 13th - she always gets tickets that are cheap, so of course she arrives at like 11 pm and leaves at 6 a.m. ... I'd happily give her the extra $50 to fly at better times! But, I'm glad she's coming, and staying on through Monday to go to our u/s with us too.

7. We are having a little 4th of July gathering. We did one last year and it was fun too - nothing huge, but enough to feel like we had some fun with our friends.

8. Today is supposed to be near 90 in Seattle. Please understand that translates to 120 or so for us 'moderate temperature' dwellers. At least 4 people at the doctor yesterday reminded me to drink a lot of water today. LOL.

9. We've gotten some gifties off our registry from out of town friends or people who can't make the shower... it's kind of exciting!! I'm working to stay on top of keeping things organized as they come in, opened, put away, thank you note sent. Because you just never know...

10. Big thanks to @firstcomeslove2013 and @doodah1013 for putting together such a nice gift for H&M after their loss. And so amazing how many people contributed! Also, @crazyaunt84, your book was lovely and a beautiful keepsake as well. What a nice community we have, huh?

trisholio · July 2014

1. I have been trying to get the girls to nap for almost two hours now, they are still talking and playing in their room. I am beyond frustrated, but I am just letting them wear themselves out. They have to learn to nap in the same room before the baby gets here because I am going to need her to sleep in our room.

2. My sister had her baby this weekend. I am super excited for her and it is also a reality check for me. I am going to have a baby and due in 9 weeks, I might be freaking out a little. I am going to be a stay at home mom of three little girls under the ages of 2.5 yrs old. I have no idea how I am going to do it!

3. I feel like we still have a lot to prepare for the baby and we lost our 'back up' help since my mom is helping my sister so much and my sister is no help. I knew this would happen, but its all reality now and its a hard pill to swallow.

4. My wife just got home over an hour early from work. Her department moved to a new part of the building and she doesn't have computer access so they let her leave early. I am excited to have her home.

5. She is also excited to be home and watching soccer. She loves soccer and has been watching a lot of the World Cup games. I have let her control the tv and watch it a lot as long as she still helps around the house :-) She says I am an awesome wife for letting her watch so much soccer.

6. I feel like I am back in my first trimester, I am nauseous all the time, no appetite and exhausted. I have no idea how I am going to survive this for two more months.

7. I am trying to drink as much water as I can stand, but I am pretty much living on yogurt, kix cereal, apples and granola bars. I am starting to get concerned that the baby isn't getting enough nutrients because I have lost a few pounds. I am going to talk to my Dr today at my appointment.

8. Baby K has started talking more. She is def calling me 'mama' even though we didn't teach her that. She says hi and waves and now says 'uh oh' which is super cute and she will give high five. I love watching her learn every day.

9. My wife got a lot of bonding time with the girls this weekend while I was at the hospital while my sister was in labor. I was at the hospital until almost 2am Saturday night/Sunday morning and when I came home I check on the girls and my heart literally swelled with love seeing them sleeping. I just love them so much!

10. I think the girls are finally sleeping, thank goodness!! I might take a nap or go to the grocery store, decisions decisions. I am sure the nap will win :-)

Jazibel · July 2014

1. I have definitely learned to "let go", through being a mom. For instance I can be a bit OCD about my house. Well if you saw it now (or how its been for the last weeks) you would never guess that. Currently there is popcorn left over from last night on the carpet near my foot. Get comfy popcorn kernels - I'm not sure when I'm going to get around to vacuuming you up. Don't get me wrong I try. I do. But its like all the forces of sticky toddlerdom are against me.

2. Went to an impromptu gathering yesterday afternoon at Chuck E Cheese (I think I've only ever been once as a kid). Anyway the food was beyond gross but it was great to see several mom friends and their kids. Kaden climbed all over the games and little rides, not realizing he needed tokens to activate them. This is a secret I'll have to try hard to keep ;-)

3. I love my wife and wish she was home with me right now.

4. EV and I have kind of figured out whats up next for our family. A job for me, save for a house and hopefully move in 6-12 months.

5. Part of that conversation and driving around house shopping (one of our favorite activities - btw) has been about baby #3. Somehow I can't get it out of my head. I just don't feel done. I love being pregnant, and I love having kids I really think Spring/Summer 2015 will see us trying for #3. But first some financial planning... oh yes, and a job...

6. I'm helping a friend put together her first budget ever. I created it in Excel and we've been adding things, etc. I'll teach her some excel in the coming weeks so she can manage it from here on out.

7. I really need to clean out our van.

8. I can't wait to meet our friends new baby. I wish we lived closer.

9. Ever get that feeling that you're rich (but you're sooo not?!). I feel like I want to buy everything and go everywhere. I need to stay home today.

10. It's our 10 year anniversary on Thursday (7/3). We're chatting on gmail about whether or not we're getting presents or Cirque du Soleil tickets. (See #9) Sigh...

@amber&reva - I'm so sorry to hear Oliver is still missing, I hope he turns up soon. Also my thoughts are with you as you near Brynlee's EDD. I was pregnant when I passed mine too the first time years ago. It's bittersweet.

@stacylh24 - I'm so excited for your upcoming IVF cycle. I'm sure its overwhelming, but I'm cheering for you and your take home baby(ies). I'll have to join @2mamazinseattle as a POAS pusher!! ;-)

@trisholio - you can do it!! Ok, I have no idea how. But you're my hero for trying. I hope you get a little rest during nap time today.

@2mamazinseattle - I can't believe how close we are to meeting little Simone!! I can't wait until August. Enjoy those lovely bladder kicks ;-)

@doodah1013 - how on earth do you do what you do??? I am exhausted just reading your update. I hope you're boss is supportive toward more balance in the future. Have a great long weekend with @firstcomeslove1013.

@crazyaunt84 - FX for you this cycle!!

CageyMack · July 2014

1. Just finished going to Target and Costco with my little munchkin and the almost 3 year old I am watching. Completely wore me out, and I bought a few more things than I need. But I got out of Costco only spending $53, so that's a huge win!

2. My DW is so sweetly, cutely pregnant. I love seeing her little round-y belly and, though it stresses her out terribly, I love that she is out-growing her clothes. I can't WAIT for that baby to be a real tummy-filler!

3. I cannot stop eating right now. This is problematic to my plan to lose weight.

4. But, I'm not drinking alcohol right now, except for special occasions. This ought to help with the weight loss.

5. I think we have a buyer for our hide-a-bed! I'm amped about that because then I can reupholster the mid-century mod lounge set. I'm thinking a greyish charcoal.

6. It is silly hot here. Around 90. I just sweat and grumble all the time.

7. Looking forward to our little town's fireworks display this year (didn't have one last year due to low funds). Drug up and crate the dogs and it's a good time for all! The scared one will get put in a room with a fan and a radio. With a Benedryl on board, it's sleep tight, Honey!

8. Certain grouchy, over-tired 1 year olds are whining and grumbling and won't take their afternoon nap.

9. That said, he slept in until almost 6am again, and then, after a little breakfast, went back down to 8:30. Crazy!

10. I love my baby mama. I'm so proud of her!

firstcomeslove2013 · July 2014

I haven't done a TTT in a while so I am jumping in today.

1. I am so proud of C and all they are doing to grow our family. This was certainly not the 1st choice but it's the path we've been given and I can't wait to meet our little one.

2. I am so impressed with the love and support that is coming from this group. You guys are great.

3. We had dinner tonight with C's assistant camp director and her partner. It was nice to have people over. They are also watching our crazy dogs this weekend and for that I am so grateful!

4. I feel like I have finally hit adulthood...I have hired someone to clean my house...I'm not kidding...I feel like a total adult!

5. I am about 2 months in to my induced lactation protocol. My chest is definitely bigger and I am so anxious to see if it works. I won't start pumping until September so I feel like I'm going to be totally curious until then!

6. My parents bought us a changing table this weekend and today it shipped! I'm so excited!!!

7. C and I are getting pedicures and a couples massage on Thursday...I am so excited. We never get ourselves things like that so I am so excited to do a little pampering!

8. We ordered our first bunch of cloth diapers. We went with AI2 and they are pretty cute.

9. In prepping for our house cleaning I am really cleaning our house (sounds stupid...pre-cleaning before the cleaner) but it's forcing me to get my butt in gear.

10. It is so hot here...like humid hot...no thank you!

Louliza · July 2014

1.I'm nervous about fighting my first fire ( I'm on call all summer )
2.Nervous about having the energy to do 12-16 hour shifts being 9.5 weeks!
3.Wishing it wasn't so hot so I didn't have any more exuses to not workout.
4.Thinking about my first midwifery appt Monday and wondering if we will hear the heartbeat.
5.More nervousness about my first appt
6.Wondering if I can get more nanny work while I'm waiting and on call.
7. Will I get sleep tonight?!
8. What beetles are eating my zucchini?
9. Will they destroy the rest of my garden
10. Will I feel good tomorrow

Ugh not super positive and seemingly full of worry but it's the truth lol

Jazibel · July 2014

@themommymonster - Congrats on your new house!! I love your Fiesta dishes :-)

KH826 · July 2014

1. I am a day late, but that's kind if how I roll these days...

2. I need a plan to lose baby weight. I need to get my butt in gear pronto.

3. I am going back to work on July 28 ... I am going to need some new work clothes. See #2...

4. The weather here tomorrow is supposed to be really gross as the tropical storm/hurricane passes by off shore. I hope we don't have any thunderstorms that cause us to loose power... Because it is also about 100 degrees here, and no fans/air conditioning would be miserable!

5. My wife is home with me today, and she has declared that we will be taking a family nap at some point. I am not good at daytime sleeping, but I am exhausted. We shall see...

6. Reese (our dog) is having a hard time adjusting to baby. She loves him, but she is jealous and just looks kind of sad lately, which breaks my heart... I have been hoping to take a nice walk with her and Will but it has been so crazy hot and humid...

7. My mom and youngest sister were her this weekend visiting to meet Will. I am still tired from that. I love them, but they are high maintenance.

8. We need to do something about Will's nursery... We packed away all of "Lucie's stuff" last weekend, but now it is a blank slate. I think we are going to look at Etsy tonight and see if any bedding strikes our fancy. I kind of wish we had been team green...

9. Thinking of M&H and hoping they are doing ok... As ok as they can be...

10. Will turns 1 month old on Friday - the Fourth of July... We have been telling him that we will celebrate with fireworks, but that he shouldn't get used to that every month

ATXmommas · July 2014

@KH826‌ - we experience the same thing with Bama. It's such a struggle to give her as much attention as she wants (and was used to in a former life).For us it's even hard to take them both on a walk at the same time with just one of us - whether Ash is in the carrier or in a stroller, it's hard to wrangle both because Bama gets so excited that she pulls the leash and things just get crazy from there - especially if she sees a squirrel or cat she wants to chase. I keep thinking that once Ash is a bit bigger and can interact with Bama more, it will all be ok.

Also, I love Will's special 1-month bday fireworks! What a special boy! And I can't believe he's a month already!

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