May ICLW
Posted by: glitterandrainbows1 on: May 21, 2012
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Hello to everyone stopping by during May IComLeavWe. What’s going on here at Glitter & Rainbows is a whole lotta nothing. The story is we are on a break after 4 failed IUIs, an initial visit with an RE that I’m planning to never see again, and being kinda broke. We are sort of stuck in the middle between having the money to do more of the same but not enough money to do IVF. And more of the same wasn’t looking too promising. So then there’s public foster-to-adopt, cause like I said, no cash for IVF means no cash for private adoption either. I thought during this “break” that I would work on a stack of the foster-to-adopt paperwork, but instead I have been avoiding it like the plague. I’m just not ready to move on I guess?
During my recent annual exam I got a new Rx for Metformin, which I quit taking before I had my laprascopy and started the break, cause what’s the point. I haven’t started taking it again. I suppose my “plan” right now is to start taking the Metformin again to hopefully regulate my cycle and see what happens naturally after that. Since today is Cycle Day 9 I guess I’ll start that next month…
The overall plan for the break was to give my body a rest, get my head right, and figure out a new actual plan. My head is still not right which is probably why there’s no new plan yet. Coasting along here.
Irony
Posted by: glitterandrainbows1 on: May 13, 2012
There is probably some sort of irony to swallowing Midol with my coffee for my debilitating cramps on Mother’s Day, but I can’t really get ahold of it.
Mother’s Day
Posted by: glitterandrainbows1 on: May 12, 2012
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Z is for zinnias
Posted by: glitterandrainbows1 on: April 30, 2012
Zinnias come in a variety of colors and make a vibrant choice for the cut-flowers section of a home garden. I am partial to them because they are pretty and also because I planted some seeds last year and not only did they not die, they produced abundantly. If I can grow them, they must be hardy! I’m a casual gardener – if it gets too hot in the summer to water, the foliage is on its own , lol!
Whew, made is through the A to Z challenge!
W, X and Y
Posted by: glitterandrainbows1 on: April 29, 2012
Got a little behind on my A to Z posts while I was traveling. I spent some good times with my family while I was off work for a few days.
W is for walking. Such a good, simple exercise. My gramma has walked 2 miles a day for years. I think she is healthier than any of us. I think it is nice to just walk around the neighborhood for a mile or so, enjoying the sights and sounds. There is a woodsey 2 mile walk around a lake here that I enjoy when I have a little more time.
X is for XOXO. Kisses and Hugs. I gave a bunch of these to my sweet little nephew this weekend!
Y is for yoga. I’m a living-room-with-a-DVD practitioner. I am no expert, and I don’t do yoga as often as I want to because I want to rush and get frustrated with perceived lack of progress. But I know it will always be waiting for me when I want to get back on the mat. And sometimes I am rewarded with a really good, really calm practice.
V is for volunteering
Posted by: glitterandrainbows1 on: April 26, 2012
My V post is late because I was actually volunteering. 
I’ve written about it here before, but I just wanted to share a few quotes on the subject.
“Everybody can be great, because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” – The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” ~Leo Buscaglia
U is for undies
Posted by: glitterandrainbows1 on: April 24, 2012
Yeah, that’s right, I mean underwear. Admit it, you feel good when you get a new (properly fitting) bra or panties. Unless maybe you’re a guy, and then this post isn’t really for you. (But it might be a useful reminder to buy something nice for your significant other or throw out a couple pairs of those holey boxers before your wife has a fit.)
Ladies, as if you need an excuse to go shopping, we’ve all heard what they say, whoever “they” are, that 75-85% of us are wearing the wrong size bra. Face it, our bodies change. We gain weight, we lose weight, we have children, we recover from having children but everything doesn’t go back to the way it was before. But maybe we don’t think about these things and keep buying the same size bra we’ve always worn, or we don’t buy new bras at all and instead are wearing some sad, stretched out garments with straps that are barely even staying on our shoulders.
You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get an upgrade; just find something that fits and is comfortable. Even something basic will make you feel so much better if the girls are getting their support, there’s no riding up, and nothing is getting pinched or poked! If you aren’t sure what size bra you need, ask for a fitting to get your measurements.
Go now. Get you some new undies. Maybe even a matching set! Whatever makes you feel good. This isn’t about your man. If he likes what you pick out, well, great. But you’re not shopping for him.You’re looking for that little something that makes you smile. And OK, maybe even wink at yourself in the mirror. 
T is for taekwondo
Posted by: glitterandrainbows1 on: April 23, 2012
Taekwondo has been good for me physically and mentally. Physically it feels good to stretch and exercise and mentally it feels good to learn new skills like the forms. Also it gets me out of bed and accomplishing something instead of sleeping in. And it has been a great distraction during our infertility BS.
On Friday night I graduated up to green belt. Wooohooo!
Don’t ignore
Posted by: glitterandrainbows1 on: April 22, 2012
- In: adoption | fertility | Life
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“Don’t ignore infertility” is the theme for National Infertility Awareness Week 2012. There is tons of information available on the Interwebs (see links below), but here are a few things I’d like you to know:
- Don’t ignore – the signs of infertility. If you have been trying to get pregnant for over a year, or 6 months for those over age 35 or with particular health conditions, it is time to get some help. Talk to your general practitioner or gynecologist or find a fertility specialist in your area.
- Don’t ignore – the many ways to build a family. Keep your mind open to fostering, adoption and/or assisted reproduction, if in accordance with your beliefs.
- Don’t ignore – friends and family struggling with infertility. It sucks, and isn’t really something people want to talk about. But show that you care and find out how you can be supportive.
- Don’t ignore – the costs. Infertility is expensive business. Getting diagnosed or getting treatment may not be covered by insurance. If possible, advocate for insurance coverage of infertility with your local government representatives.
- Don’t ignore – your partner and your “real” life. Take care to communicate and do fun things together.
- Don’t ignore – your feelings. Only the person dealing with infertility will know when it is time to call it quits or make a change in treatment. Don’t ignore what your body is telling you. Don’t ignore your instincts about your health care. And don’t ignore the pain and sadness. Honor your feelings and treat yourself with care and love.
For more information please check out Resolve’s What is Infertility? page and About NIAW.
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