tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post7258376429556708639..comments2023-08-11T07:11:02.538-07:00Comments on Stupid Broken Eggs: Baby Bumps Galore and Happy Wedding Day!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-44234225933024342582013-09-27T04:51:33.844-07:002013-09-27T04:51:33.844-07:00Aimee your words always mean so much to me. Thank ...Aimee your words always mean so much to me. Thank you for being such a support!! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-31951820157491722932013-09-25T14:07:20.756-07:002013-09-25T14:07:20.756-07:00See: THIS. THIS is the reason I have been very op...See: THIS. THIS is the reason I have been very open about my journey (then and now)... because it is so much more common than you think and as soon as it becomes less taboo to talk about it, the sooner we can all find the support and encouragement we need to get through.<br /><br />And if more people realized how common IF is, LESS people would think it okay to ask "so when is it your turn?".... because we'd realize the answer to that question isn't as in our collective control as we once thought.<br /><br />Yay for support and awareness!<br /><br />-AimeeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-80819062049938501892013-09-23T15:09:08.998-07:002013-09-23T15:09:08.998-07:00I think he really placed all those people there fo...I think he really placed all those people there for me too! I agree with the engagement questions too! lol. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-68140733330682038642013-09-23T12:18:17.876-07:002013-09-23T12:18:17.876-07:00Wow! love how God works - that he brought y'al...Wow! love how God works - that he brought y'all to the same wedding at the same time and you had that conversation, and how sweet was she!!! Excited to hear how tomorrow goes. Oh and I totally never ask that question either, just like I've learned I should never ask someone who is dating when they want to get engaged too - I think it applies to all aspect of life, not just this stage!Caroline @ In Due Timehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16261569299914107796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-39933148296787209692013-09-23T07:06:52.687-07:002013-09-23T07:06:52.687-07:00I was so glad that not only was I able to open up,...I was so glad that not only was I able to open up, but maybe I helped some other women release some of their burdens as well! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-52709914334374446712013-09-23T07:04:19.656-07:002013-09-23T07:04:19.656-07:00Thank you for stopping by!! Thank you for stopping by!! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-6471939141495155252013-09-22T16:02:43.428-07:002013-09-22T16:02:43.428-07:00How wonderful that you were able to open up and no...How wonderful that you were able to open up and not feel so alone in doing so. I think if 1 in 6 couples experiences infertility, then clearly a lot of people are just holding it inside. I'm sure that your openness was just as comforting to the other women who opened up to you about their own struggles. So happy you left feeling more supported, and that the insane amount of bumps didn't ruin your night.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07415140299306373048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-16368037075632931672013-09-22T15:48:53.301-07:002013-09-22T15:48:53.301-07:00Hello from ICLW! Wishing you all the best with you...Hello from ICLW! Wishing you all the best with your cycle! One and Done?https://www.blogger.com/profile/12138505446552865273noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-25553513367948683272013-09-22T13:21:09.801-07:002013-09-22T13:21:09.801-07:00There really are and so many are willing to talk t...There really are and so many are willing to talk they are just afraid. Sometimes you have to take the first step. Anyone that says "just adopt" has never contemplated adoption in any real form whatsoever. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-42819709053353705382013-09-22T13:19:18.979-07:002013-09-22T13:19:18.979-07:00Thank you! It's so hard to talk about but if f...Thank you! It's so hard to talk about but if fertiles can talk openly about their journeys why can't in fertiles. You never know who else is struggling with you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-71857787253370182342013-09-22T13:17:59.223-07:002013-09-22T13:17:59.223-07:00It's amazing how many people IRL are strugglin...It's amazing how many people IRL are struggling too. It's sad that it's so common but I am glad to have people to cry with and laugh with as we journey together.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-29159766008716813072013-09-22T11:24:36.418-07:002013-09-22T11:24:36.418-07:00What a day! I don't even know you and my anxie...What a day! I don't even know you and my anxiety just went up a level. LOL The bumps still get to me and we now have our precious little one. Of course, we chose to adopt. And let me say, there's no "just adopt" when it comes to adoption. I just found out my sister is pregnant and even though I'm thrilled, it still hurts to know I won't get to have that experience. But, there are so many wonderful women out there, just like you found out, that need a friend to talk to. I'm so glad you found several!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00196315603545361848noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-64734847998759847352013-09-22T10:52:06.858-07:002013-09-22T10:52:06.858-07:00I've been thinking a lot lately about the choi...I've been thinking a lot lately about the choice to tell people or not tell people about what's going on in IF land. Sometimes when you open up, you have to deal with the dumb-dumbs who ask "why don't you just adopt?" But how great is it when you find other people who have been there? It's so worth. I'm glad you opened yourself up and found some people who have been there and who will root for you in real life. You did a brave thing, and it's good to see brave things rewarded. My fingers are crossed for you tomorrow! Positive vibes!Megshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09996639181080995151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-89346820753083867242013-09-22T10:50:50.487-07:002013-09-22T10:50:50.487-07:00Wow, it seems that placing all those IF related pe...Wow, it seems that placing all those IF related people in your path even with all those baby bumps was quite a blessing. I wish I had so many friends IRL who have been through this.<br /><br />Happy ICLW. Good luck with the IUI!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-23389540546184073432013-09-22T09:22:31.160-07:002013-09-22T09:22:31.160-07:00Thank you Anne! I can absolutely feel everyone hol...Thank you Anne! I can absolutely feel everyone holding me up and rooting for me! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-67332108143666688382013-09-22T09:21:52.049-07:002013-09-22T09:21:52.049-07:00I hate that feeling- like I've done something ...I hate that feeling- like I've done something *wrong* by not being able to make my husband a daddy or my/his parents grand parents. I know it doesn't make logical sense but I too feel that. My cousin really is an amazing woman- shes such a pillar of beauty and strength. Maybe she will guest post for me one day! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-72192764477463351642013-09-22T09:20:25.117-07:002013-09-22T09:20:25.117-07:00Ohh thank you it was an amazing night! Im praying ...Ohh thank you it was an amazing night! Im praying too that I won't need it, but knowing is there is such a blessing! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-4949679937932541982013-09-22T09:19:37.920-07:002013-09-22T09:19:37.920-07:00Thank you for stopping by! Praying this is our cyc...Thank you for stopping by! Praying this is our cycle too!! Opening up can be hard, but it can be rewarding too! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03257674420881990140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-40408953779080683882013-09-22T08:33:29.547-07:002013-09-22T08:33:29.547-07:00Wow! Your bravery was rewarded! I can never bring ...Wow! Your bravery was rewarded! I can never bring myself to tell people unless they say something first, but reading this made me think I should. How wonderful to find such support all around you. Sending you all the positivity in the world for tomorrow's scan! Everyone is rooting for you :)Adihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02489423723982017482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-24731518127979363122013-09-22T07:43:05.384-07:002013-09-22T07:43:05.384-07:00Wow! What a great story about how opening up can ...Wow! What a great story about how opening up can lead to finding more support and kindness in people. Of course telling one's story can lead to misunderstanding and hurt too, but it's so good to hear the other side of the coin. I was recently at a wedding where there were three visible pregnancies that I noticed (not quite nine!) lol. I found I was able to observe it and accept it without feeling jealousy/sense of loss (maybe because it wasn't the "crazy" point in my cycle yet). I felt more sense of loss when when a "post natal" baby got passed around (luckily only one.) Showing off babies cause me more upset because I end up feeling bad not for myself, but for Mr. Turtle and the fact that our parents aren't grandparents. I actually resent other people for shoving that in their face. Then I feel bad as if I've somehow done something wrong by not having a baby, which makes no logical sense, but there you go. Anyway, it's great to hear about a great wedding experience and I am so glad you found some enlightened people who could understand you. I got the chills reading your cousin's story. What an incredible woman. torthúilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07738803052167620020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-661094720239723412013-09-22T07:27:06.185-07:002013-09-22T07:27:06.185-07:00I had such a hard time reading this post through t...I had such a hard time reading this post through the tears welling up in my eyes. I am thrilled for you that your opening up yielded such supportive, fruitful conversations. What an amazing night you had. But hopefully you won't need anything offered to you b/c IUI #5 will your BFP. Praying for you guys. Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13213799827326314663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6025966614018196157.post-9888143111575954102013-09-22T07:23:20.841-07:002013-09-22T07:23:20.841-07:00Sometimes opening up to people can be so freeing!
...Sometimes opening up to people can be so freeing!<br />We had MFI issues, so I don't feel at liberty to discuss it with many people, but occasionally I have to just stop someone after what they've said, back track, and share a bit.<br /><br />Hoping this is the cycle for you!<br /><br />Here via ICLWJessica Whitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06801308494220195403noreply@blogger.com