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[Grey Eyes]

AFM- feeling okay today, I little tired but not too bad. I had a long talk with Kat about waking me up 5-6 times a night . The mention that "big girls sleep all night through" seemed to have a profound impact upon her I told her if she gets scared and sissy is too mean to cuddle with her (Teagen gets crabby in her sleep, lol) to get in my bed. That way I can at least sleep! Needless to say, I woke up with a 3 year old in my bed this morning! Ah, mom-hood

Today I managed to sneek into the shower without being called away. Soon as I stepped out it was eggs, pancakes, toast, and coffee...everyone wanted a different breakfast today so I humored them Toast for me with a scant less-than-half cup of coffee lol.
I am seriously going to try and focus on the girls room...I want the girls in most of the day as T had a fever yesterday. Not to bad, it broke in the middle of the night which is good. I think its the measels shot that causes the fever. Anyway, I want to get their room set nice for them and I know it'll take several days

Oh, and I found my gi finally (it was in my closet- guess I should have looked there first ). Dh gave me his old one from years ago which I love. It used to be jet black like the girls but he trained in it so much it is a faded heather grey

 

[Grey Eyes]

Coy- nice pics...... Your babies are a darling....... Very cute!! Seeing the pics made me remember my childhood....when my pa used to teach me karate and boxing...... It has definitely made me strong.......and tuff ..... Dh says that my strength is not like an Indian girl......I am strong..... Your girls are going to be strong ladies when they grow up......and now I know your secret of fitness and strength....
In this 1 hour I have already drank 1 jug full of cold water..... Feel so thirsty and dehydrated......can't stay without drinking water more than 1 hour....I guess this time my opk's will not show up properly........

Wow, your father taught you karate and boxing?! My dad used to teach me boxing (he'd actually punch too! Ouch ) I love seeing dh teach the girls. I am in on it too, just kata for now because I'm prego, but let the focus be mostly on them. It is so cute how they change. The neighbors came out of course and made fun of dh's traditional Japanese hakama but I tell you- it is amazing how dressing in the traditional way has a disciplinary factor for my girls! They are so unruly and wild and once dh tied their gi belts they stood of straight, walked to the edge of the yard with their backs to the fence, placed their hands behind their backs and dutifully waited for sensei-dad to instruct! Lol! So I love the fact that they view it as an honor to learn the old ways

 

[Grey Eyes]

Where is everyone? I am feeling chatty lol......

My weird diet. Today I had for lunch beans, eggs, and tobasco...with an apple

It's pyramid, just...sort of lopsided.,lol...

 

[lauraemily17]

That's proper pregnant lady eating there Coy!! have you managed to make a start on the girls room?

Steph - just remembered you asked about our local hospital so you could look up the story. It's called the Leicester Royal Infirmary. Part of the university hospitals if Leicester (we have 3) it made national news so you should find it. We've actually decided to stay there. I think with this happening if anything care will get better as they're going to be scrutinized. It's also the best hospital in our whole region for neo natal care if there's probs with the baby. People are sent here from miles away. Practically it's only a couple of miles from our house & the only hospital my family can get to easily without a car.

 

[Grey Eyes]

Laura- I am glad things are settling for you as far as which hospital to use. Other factors may have contributed to that ladies situation, but I haven't read the story yet. How are you feeling today? Still at work or are you officially in ML yet?

Yes, I have started on the girls room...barely. A long sunny walk with the girls, and then ice cream, demanded my attention

Question. I am toying with the idea of coloring my hair today- what are your thoughts on safety? everything I've read indicates it's safe but to open windows, etc. My bathroom is very well ventilated with windows and an awesome draft fan in the ceiling. The color I have I bought especially because it only takes ten minutes as opposed to a minimum half an hour or more. I want to stay safe but am seriously getting irritated at my sun-bleached greying hair lol (I have, like, 5 grey hairs sticking out right on top! )

 

[Grey Eyes]

Here is a link to the story:

https://www.examiner.com/article/baby-dies-when-mom-gives-birth-a-waiting-room-midwives-too-busy

So sad for this couple! I worry about this too- doing what nurses tell you and then regretting it. In fact when I delivered our second dd the nurse kept trying to push me onto my back and hook my feet into these stirrups but it felt like birth stalled at that point so I said no...then she was chastising me for wanting to push! Finally dh leaned over and told the nurse to get out of my face and said "hold your breath and push as hard as you can!" So I did and baby popped right out. So- never minding what some women are told including "wait here for the doctor" if your body is telling you to push, um...PUSH! I feel so bad for this lady, she was truly neglected.

 

[SLCMommy]

Thanks for all the advice ladies! I'm excited to TTC but honestly, the morning sickness gives me a horrible fear...almost a phobia! LOL Every time I get pregnant I get so sick it knocks me down but Carter & Liam were the WORST. Haylie & Joshie...even though I got sick it was still manageable and I still was able to feel alive. LOL.

Ugh, I'm just dealing with some crap. My uncle had this big ol' wedding, and invited all of his friends & immediate family (which I was always apart of - we always spent major holidays together, etc... ) but I wasn't invited. I'm not sure if it was because I don't live in MN anymore or what. But, it still really irks me because we were close and I was the only niece (he only has my sister for a sibling) not invited. Also, now I can't find him on facebook... I'm thinking he blocked me so I wouldn't ask him any questions about it or something.

Also, one of my SIL has five kids. All of her kids and my children are around the same age, and on the younger side (all under age of 10). All my kids invited her children to their birthday parties, but my children/myself&hubby have never once been invited to any of her children's parties. My MIL posted videos/pictures of this party on facebook and it kind of made me feel bad.... :/

 

[Steph32]

Laura- You're right, if anything, the hospital will be more aware of these things and take more steps to avoid this from now on. And it sounds like it's a great hospital in general. So I'm sure you'll be safe and well taken care of.

Coy- Hair coloring... I toyed with the idea of doing it before ttc (I used to do it all the time in my 20's, but haven't in a while!) but I didn't want to take the chance that I could possibly be pregnant. I'm just paranoid about all the chemicals... even just BEING in a hair salon and smelling stuff... lol. But that's just me. I know plenty of women who dye their hair when pregnant. If you're worried you could look for a more "natural" dye, I know there are brands that have less chemicals... do you have a While Foods near you? I know I always reference that place, but they really do have a natural alternative for everything. I did notice that they do have some natural and/or organic hair dye, but I don't think it's as permanent. You could always use it now, and then after having the baby you could go with something more permanent.

Ashley- Sorry about how your family is treating you... honestly if I were that close to my uncle I would probably be honest and confront him about why you were not invited and convey to him how much you were hurt by this. Maybe he'll give you an upfront answer, it may or may not be something you want to hear but at least you'll know where you stand with him. And if he's shutting you out for no apparent reason or for something silly, that's his problem and I wouldn't want to be a part of his life. Same goes for your SIL, and if she's not inviting your kids to her parties, I wouldn't invite hers to yours either. I'm sure you have many other friends and family who love you, and they are the important people in your life.

 

[Grey Eyes]

Steph- Thanks for the advice on hair dye...I colored my hair with both my dd's and no problem but I am more "mental" now, lol

Ashley- I agree with Steph on the family issue...years ago I tried to stay close with all my family but then found out that the "closest" members were doing some pretty evil things to me behind my back, so I decided just what Steph said- stay with the ones who truly show love and respect and totally ignore the others! I am soooo much happier now!

Shradha- I inquired how to get the chart in your signature and this is the answer that I received:

The chart thumbnail: on FF, click the "Share" button under your chart. Then, use the code for "Chart Thumbnail".

I hope that helps! How are you feeling tonight? Have you tested opk today? I'm gonna go check your chart now

Patrice- how are you?
Laura- how are you feeling?

AFM- tired tonight, still have a small assignment and the dishes to do lol, but the family is asleep so got some quiet time! Plus I am starving for some reason Gotta think up something healthy Just felt baby wiggle- that is the most reassuring feeling ever!

 

[Grey Eyes]

Steph- your next OB appointment is day after tomorrow, right?

 

[Steph32]

Yep, on Tuesday!

Oh, and if you're "mental," what does that make me?

 

[Grey Eyes]

Yep, on Tuesday!

Oh, and if you're "mental," what does that make me?

That makes you mental too lol! jk...

I wish my appointment was on Tuesday! I gotta wait 10 more days

 

[Steph32]

Can't wait to find out what you're having!!!

 

[shradha]

I have never discussed about myself like this..... Feel a bit embarrassed but I guess I feel comfortable talking about it with you all.... Yesterday I checked with opk....again 2 lines not dark.....although dh came to sleep late.....I was waiting for him......he thought I went to sleep...... So when he switched the lights off I said ....hi.......you are late..... he was shocked........ I said how can I sleep ..... ..... During my prime days..... We BD...... But the best part was that.....I don't know what happened to the pillow? When I looked for it ....was missing...... So I had to make compromise with my clothes and dh .... I didn't want to get up..........
Today temp 96.4 f ....gone up...yesterday was 96.2 .......I fail to understand the graph....why ups and down? .......

 

[shradha]

Steph- are you getting goosebumps as days are nearing by? I am in fact counting days.......... I always pray for all of you....... To have a stress free delivery......have healthy babies..... All the best for tomorrow's appointment...

 

[shradha]

Coy- thanx dear for the signature info.......I will upload right now.......
I like coffee .......creamy and frothy.....but only have it once in a while........
How is Teagen today ? hopefully her fever has gone......you all get shots for measles and chicken pox? Here we don't have any shots.......generally we all get it when we are small mostly from school......... But lately we are getting homeopathy tablets which is used to avoid........
It was so sweet of dh to give you a massage......it must have been so relaxing for you............

 

[shradha]

Laura- how are you?

 

[shradha]

SLCMommy- I know how it feels........I was feeling terrible....when I found out my sister- in- law was pregnant......and she had told my in- laws not to tell me........it was only after 4 months I came to know......she is having a boy..... She lives in Canada with her dh...... Why hiding from me......I felt hurt.....when I told this to dh.....he was very happy....for his sister....... I am also happy for her....she has been TTC for last 4 years.....been married for 8 years.... But hiding the news..... Didn't make him angry...he just told me chill......be happy..... At least now she told us......
I too agree you must tell how hurt you are to a close family member.....

 

[mzswizz]

Hello ladies. Sorry I been away..been very busy with DH and family.

Steph-Well after we get the background check completed, then we are scheduled for the physical and then that same day we decide on the job and base we want to be stationed at and then decide on how soon we want to leave. Once we decide that, they will tell us when we are scheduled to head out to Chicago. For now, we are putting ttc on hold because I cant be pregnant in boot camp. But once we get stationed and have our schedule for work...ttc will be commencing

Laura-I've finally completed our forms so now we just wait for them to verify everything and then schedule our physical

Coy-I'm doing fine today. Got to start my work out again today. But for now, Im just resting.

Shadra-My dad was in the army, my godbrother is in the Navy, my godsister was in the army, and dh's cousin is currently in the Navy. So we too have family in the military. I also have a friend in the Navy and a friend in the Airforce. So im surrounded by military And about the temp dropping, it can either mean its ov day or your body is gearing up for ov.

Ashley-Sucks that your family is being this way towards you for no reason. I have been through that also. Where my cousins etc have certain things and I dont get invited nor my dh to it which sucks. It seems like once i got married, then they just threw me out the loop. I think its jealousy involved but I say dont worry. You got your family and thats all that matters

AFM, im cd13, temp is 97.80 and opk is negative. It's pretty strange that my temp keeps rising. Yesterday's temp is 97.71 and today is 97.80. I guess its just my body doing its own thing. I know I havent o'd yet for sure so i guess thats all that matters. Well, we've finished the paperwork for the Navy so now we just wait and see what happens. We've just been preparing physically for the training so atleast we dont get into it with being physically out of shape. So now we just patiently wait for that. I think my body is doing its own thing. I have clear cm but it has no stretch to it. But it was pretty weird. My temp went up and i have this clear film of cm. It's kind of like the type of cm you get when you get aroused (sorry tmi). But whatever my body is doing, hopefully its something good and not me not going to ov again. Im just hoping i do ov this cycle so atleast i can see if my ob/gyn theory is right. DH and I were talking about ttc and he seems excited about ttc while in the Navy He was already saying hopefully we get good doctors and if its necessary, they prescribe the best drugs and we end up conceiving rather quickly. So its looks like we will be ttc as soon as possible. But im thinking like a couple months after we get settled in so at least we get adjusted to our work schedule etc. But at least I know that dh still wants kids and he still wants them as soon as possible. So im thinking this will all work out for us. And here's the pics of my recent opks.

 

[SpudsMama]

Finally managed to catch up... I only skimmed through your posts but I think I'm just about up to date

I was going to write a really long post but my head is killing me and my Mom needs to use the laptop for a few minutes xx