What IF?

A friend of mine (Hi Simone!) :) posted this video on Facebook and I felt the need to post it here on my blog. Walking through life, these are the thoughts I have almost every day. There are good days and bad days, some better or worse than others.

I'm not looking for pity, or anyone feeling sorry for me. This is a real struggle and one I would NEVER wish on my worst enemy.

Note: You might want a box of tissues while watching this.

Video by Keiko Zoll

What IF? A Portrait of Infertility from Keiko Zoll on Vimeo.

Easter Egg Dipper Treats

I know this is a little late since Easter's been done for about 3 weeks, but I HAVE to post this recipe.

Enjoy!

Easter Egg Dipper Treats (from allrecipes.com, Kellogg's Rice Krispies)

Prep Time: 20min, Ready in: 1 hour

24 servings

3 tbsp butter or margarine

1 (10oz) package regular marshmallows

6 cups Kellogg's Rice Krispies cereal

1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate morsels or milk chocolate morsels

5 tsp shortening

Multi-colored sprinkles

Plastic easter egg shells

1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.

2. Add Kellogg's Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until well coated.

3. Coat inside of plastic easter egg shell with cooking spray. Press cereal into taller half of egg with excess on top, snap bottom of egg onto top. Cool.

4. In small saucepan, combine chocolate morsels and shortening. Cook over low heat until melted, stirring constantly so chocolate does not burn. Dip bottoms of cooled cereal eggs into chocolate. Decorate with sprinkles. Place on wax paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until chocolate is firm. Individually wrap in plastic wrap.

Weekly video 4/23/10

Just because this show ROCKS!

Enjoy!

Accepted!

Jake received notice today that he's been accepted to SF State to pursue his Bachelors degree. His major is Psychology, but unfortunately that major is "impacted" - meaning there are more applicants than allowed slots for students. So until further notice, Jake has been wait-listed for the Psych Department.

When he found out he had been wait-listed, he was really bummed, and understandably so. He loves Psychology and the workings of the mind. He's been working so hard and has a GPA of 3.9 when he graduates from Diablo Valley College next month. I'm so proud of him. Anyways, I digress.

He was seriously considering not going to SF State because he REALLY wants to major in Psych and since he'd wait-listed, he is not allowed to take any classes in Psych to further his education (yup, that's messed up). So we talked long and hard about it and I had mentioned that he had said he wanted his minor to be in Business, so maybe he could major in that until Psych opens up. Nope. Not happening. So then I remembered when we went to West Valley College together when we lived in San Jose, he really enjoyed the Sociology classes we took.

Today when he got the notice, I asked him what he wanted to do. He has decided to major in Sociology until a place in Psych opens up. He's only choosing Sociology as an alternate major in case his application is rejected for Psych for this semester. I thought it's a really good idea and in my mind, studying Sociology could really boost his success for Psychology because Sociology is the study of the development of human society, and social behavior. To me, that could be a stepping stone for Psych since Psychology is the study of mental processes and behavior.

I'm so proud of him. He's worked so hard. Onto graduation next month! :)

RE phone appt

I just got off the phone with my RE about 10 minutes ago. He remembered that Jake and I moved into a house in January. That scored him major points. Of all the patients he has, he remembered that small comment I made at my last appointment. :)

Then it was down to business. I told him how much weight I had lost. He is proud of me. He said "what better motivator than to try and have a baby, right?" Right. Because I know if I'm not motivated now, I'll never be motivated.

So the plan is: he wants me to start 150mg of Clomid for 5 days to see if I ovulate. On CD 21, 22, or 23, I am to have a blood test (yay for me) to see how my Progesterone figures look. We are not going to be doing any IUIs this month, but the RE said "don't let the fact that we're not doing any inseminations this month keep you and Jake from trying on your own." Jake and I are doing everything in our power to make sure things work better. I feel better. I had felt in a rut for a while now because we were at a stand still...again. But now, as of tomorrow when I get my medications, we're back on track. And it's a track we chose.

We chose to start where we left off. It's a track where the doctors are there, helping us. I'm not doing ALL the research and suggesting tests. I am not the only one between myself and the doctors who is making the effort to keep this going. A proverbial load has been lifted from my shoulders. I feel so much lighter right now. The sun is a little brighter. My smile is a little wider.

Everything is going to be OK.

A new addition

And no, it's not mine. It's my sister-in-law's. She's having a boy, and is due in July.

Until further notice, the baby's name is to be Jethro Maverick. I'm not a fan, but it's not my kid so what can ya do?

So without further ado...here is baby Jethro!

Hiatus be gone!

I can't believe my last post was 8 days ago...

Anyways...here is a wrap up of my life thus far:

1. Tax season is done (yay!) I get my regular life and husband back full time! All of us celebrated with a day at the SF Zoo and dinner at the Beach Chalet restaurant by Ocean Beach.

2. Yesterday, I had a wonderful party with Lia Sophia jewelry at our house and had about 15 people attend. Thank you to everyone who came and I missed those who couldn't make it. I totally understand, though. My mom booked a party for June, so you'll have an opportunity to still check out the goods. :)

3. I have a phone appt with my RE tomorrow to discuss our course of action to begin medications once more so Jake and I can really start trying for a baby again.

4. At my best, I've lost around 12 pounds. This past week, I gained about 2 back, so I'm more determined than ever to lose it again.

This coming weekend, Jake and I are headed to Sacramento to celebrate my aunt's 61st birthday with lunch at On The Border and hanging out with family. I look forward to this celebration every year. Having family in your life is always a reason to celebrate.

Also, I would LOVE to congratulate my cousins Katie and Lori on expecting their first child. Those who follow this blog (and know me personally), know that I am a huge supporter of them and I am so happy for them and their new addition to our family. I love you both!

And Happy Birthday to Drew too! :)

Taking a break...

Things at work have been super busy and I'm being a bad blogger by not posting. Give me a few more days. I'll be back to my regular blogging self.

Weekly video 4/2/10

Happy early Easter to all!

Today is a rainy April day, so....

Enjoy!