Early 30's TTC #1

[SMFirst]

ok, sorry I have to ask you guys (off topic):

Has anyone read My Sister's Keeper

I recently finished it, and strongly disliked it, for so many reasons, but thought I would give it time to see if I changed my mind.

I have not, still dislike it, so I was wondering if anyone else has any thoughts on it (apparently the movie is a little different from the book, and I don't plan on seeing the movie)

grrr.. I wanted to like it too...

 

[hakunamatata]

I read the book and really liked it. It was my first Jodi Picoult book, and since then I've read several by her.

 

[SMFirst]

I think I will try some of her other books see if I like them..

 

[Crumbs]

MsJMouse, it doesn't actually stop, it's just very, very slow in the summer. Everyone takes their vacation at the same time so hospitals are understaffed. There are some business, however, that are just not open in the summer (mostly florists, hairstylists, and the mall stores close earlier(!) I was shocked when I first found out)!

Fx that doesn't come! Congrats on your results!

Soleil Breeze, looking forward to hear the fab news! I'll hold my thumbs for you! (Swedish expression).

arianne, glad to see you're back! Fx

SMFirst, I haven't read it but now you got me curious!

 

[hopefulmama2b]

So much going on! I'm in a rush so can't properly respond now. Just wanted to drop by.

"Hold my thumbs for you" I like that!

Never read Sister's Keeper although I have heard good things. Has a second baby to save the first? There was a debate on the forum about that one time. It got some pretty strong reactions! I love to read so if you ever want some good suggestions, I'm full of them!

I have to catch up on journals too!

 

[Crumbs]

I have to say that I need to pry myself off of here. This month it took a good 26 days before I even really cared and now that I'm at CD27, I'm looking up all sorts of things even if I have NO symptoms at all (not even my usual symptoms)!

My in-laws should be visiting tomorrow so we'll be busy with cleaning and then gardening all weekend. Hopefully the doesn't come and I actually get to try my 1st ever digital test I bought last cycle!

I'm really hoping this weekend is a lucky one for us all and Monday will bring some sweet news all around!

 

[SMFirst]

Crumbs - Have a great weekend in the garden - hope you enjoy your family too and hope that AF stays away..

I'm hoping that for myself too, though I have been getting AF-like cramps yesterday and today..

Hopeful - Definitely send a list of recommended books.. I have a list of about twenty that I want to read but haven't got the chance..

I hope to spend more time on the patio this summer reading and sun-bathing

 

[MrsPTTC]

Hi ladies , can I join you? I turned 30 on Wednesday, so I'm now officially an "older" mother (to be that is lol) I just ovulated this week and am on cycle 8, using Maca, Pregnacare conception & EPO to help me get my ! I am also a mid cycle spotter

Hi Crumbs, long time no speak! How are you doing? I've missed you with Katie getting her BFP and stopping the threads!

x

 

[hakunamatata]

I think I will try some of her other books see if I like them..

I really liked Nineteen Minutes. And the Pact. Just a heads up, all of her books are a bit sad.

 

[MsJMouse]

Hi MrsPTTC. Everyone is really great on this thread.

I am a big reader and have read most of Jodie Piccoult's books. Can't say I have liked all of them but they usually give you something to thing about. I found My Sister's Keeper was very very sad (I cried) and I don't think I could ever read it again (I am forever rereading books that I really like) but it certainly gives you something to think about. It is hard to know what you would do without having been in that situation.

Off topic again slightly - just finished watching one of my fav tv shows that I taped during the week (too tired to stay up and watch it) and it is interesting how a lot of shows are now talking a bit more about TTC and those sorts of issues.

AF arrived this morning so onto the next cycle but I am definitely okay with this today - nice to not feel that horrible disappointment in my gut this month like I did last month. Will see how I feel in three weeks time

 

[MsJMouse]

MsJMouse, it doesn't actually stop, it's just very, very slow in the summer. Everyone takes their vacation at the same time so hospitals are understaffed. There are some business, however, that are just not open in the summer (mostly florists, hairstylists, and the mall stores close earlier(!) I was shocked when I first found out)!

I suppose we have less staff around over the christmas/new year break but that is maybe a month - not the whole summer. Urghh - hope you can get some results/news before then.

You would think being summer that they would be busier as people are out and about so therefore would stay open.

 

[Crumbs]

MrsPTTC, OMG Katie got her BFP?! I'm so happy for her! I haven't joined anymore testing groups since Katie's last one and she went MIA for awhile and I never checked again so I never knew! I'll have to send her a message!

It's nice to see a familiar new face here. Welcome to our little group!

MsJMouse

We got an appointment for Tuesday! It really surprised me because it came in the mail yesterday. A day notice?! But I'm not complaining! Oh and the in-laws ended up visiting the grandparents, which means I'll likely be on here

 

[mrsmax]

Happy weekend everyone.

My dh has gone to London to watch rugby this weekend so I am home alone. Looking forward to catching up with all my fav shows that he hates!!

Never read Jodi Piccot (sp) - I'm not good with sad books. Saying that, I just read the Kite Runner and that was amazing!!

I am having the weirdest chart this month - I had a massive drop at 4DPO below coverline and then a one degree rise today. I am worried that acupuncture has messed with my cycles - but maybe this is part of "fixing me". Have masive headaches today and secretly hope that the drop at 4DPO was an implantion dip but I know it is way too early for that!!

Have just booked holiday with friend for next month - can't wait a week in the sun to drink cocktails and relax. First time since met hubby 7 years ago that i have gone on holiday alone but needed to switch off and he hates beach holidays. Funny when i booked it though I had to make sure it didnt clash with fertility window. Ha ha.

Crumbs - massive fingers crossed that AF doesn't arrive this weekend. Enjoy the garden.

Welcome MrsPTTC

 

[SMFirst]

crumbs - good luck with the appt!

mrsmax - wow a nice weekend alone, then a beach holiday - lucky you

I've been meaning to read the Kite Runner. I read the other book by that author, "A Thousand Splendid Suns" - it was really great too but sad in parts

 

[mrsmax]

forgot to say - also got the job I went for on Friday!! So pretty good couple of days. The job is a visiting lecturer post, so I get to keep my present job, earn some extra money (good for the baby or IUI fund!) and enhance my CV. Big smile

 

[MrsPTTC]

MrsPTTC, OMG Katie got her BFP?! I'm so happy for her! I haven't joined anymore testing groups since Katie's last one and she went MIA for awhile and I never checked again so I never knew! I'll have to send her a message!

It's nice to see a familiar new face here. Welcome to our little group!

MsJMouse

We got an appointment for Tuesday! It really surprised me because it came in the mail yesterday. A day notice?! But I'm not complaining! Oh and the in-laws ended up visiting the grandparents, which means I'll likely be on here

Thank you! Yep she certainly did! She decided she needed a break from B&B & when she came back she'd gotten her BFP! 9babiesgone has started one and I've joined that, but she's pg again so looks as though I'll be looking for someone else to do a June one! (Unless I get my but I'll not hold my breath ha) x

 

[MsJMouse]

MsJMouse

We got an appointment for Tuesday! It really surprised me because it came in the mail yesterday. A day notice?! But I'm not complaining! Oh and the in-laws ended up visiting the grandparents, which means I'll likely be on here

Awesome news. Hope you get some answers or at least a direction forward.

Happy weekend everyone.

Have just booked holiday with friend for next month - can't wait a week in the sun to drink cocktails and relax. First time since met hubby 7 years ago that i have gone on holiday alone but needed to switch off and he hates beach holidays. Funny when i booked it though I had to make sure it didnt clash with fertility window. Ha ha.

Crumbs - massive fingers crossed that AF doesn't arrive this weekend. Enjoy the garden.

Welcome MrsPTTC

I went on a pacific island cruise last year with my friend and left DH at home (was my thirtieth birthday present to myself). I put off TTC till after my holiday as I didn't want to be pregnant on my holiday. Oh well we had a great time and saw Fiji and Vanautu.

I've been meaning to read the Kite Runner. I read the other book by that author, "A Thousand Splendid Suns" - it was really great too but sad in parts

i have read that book as well - A Thousand Splendid Suns. I remember as being quite good (read it last year sometime). Haven't read the Kite Runner yet though.

forgot to say - also got the job I went for on Friday!! So pretty good couple of days. The job is a visiting lecturer post, so I get to keep my present job, earn some extra money (good for the baby or IUI fund!) and enhance my CV. Big smile

Great news about the job mrsmax.

Waiting to get picked up for my Sunday morning Zumba class. At the moment I am not quite sure why I drag myself out of bed in time for a 9am class on Sunday as it is cool and rainy. Could the rain just leave for awhile??

 

[SMFirst]

It's raining and chilly here too. Sucks. It makes me not want to do anything.

We are having a family BBQ tomorrow for my birthday - but likely we'll be indoors, oh well..

 

[hopefulmama2b]

MrsPTTC Welcome!

SmFirst, well happy birthday!!! I hope it's a good one! Books I love:
Shadow of the Wind- Carlos Ruiz Zafron
The Help- movie's coming out so read it soon!
The Dragon Trilogy (Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, ect.)
Water for Elephants
American Wife- Curtis Sittenfield
I have more good ones too if you've already read this list. I love to read!


Crumbs- Well thank god! I couldn't imagine waiting until after the summer so glad to hear they got you in. FX for good results!

MsJ- Pacific Island cruise?! That must have been amazing. Dedication for you to get out for rainy sunday morning Zumba classes!

 

[MsJMouse]

Hopeful - i haven't read any of those books though I have been told the dragon trilogy is brilliant. I really like the Phillipa Gregory novels - about the Tudors. Will have to go to the library and try and find some of the ones you mentioned.

Happy Birthday SMFirst. Hope you have a great day even if it is rainy and chilly.

Back from my class. It is in a park (undercover) by a lake so normally it is lovely but today it was bit on the cold side. The downside of this class is that lots of people walk past and stare, the upside is that it is subsidised by the local council.

The cruise was quite good - definately a nice lazy holiday. It was nice not having to cook for two weeks and I ate sooooo much. I can recommend the Isle Of Pines as a nice place to stop if you ever go on a pacific cruise - white sands, beautiful clear water - we had a day there and it was lovely.