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[Moondance]

FF IS TRULY STUFFED!!!
I put this mornings temp in and it goes and changes my Ov day from day 31 to day 35, which would only make me 3 dpo.
What the hell?????
I don't THINK so!!!


So over this temping junk right now. I wish AF would friggen hurry up and get here so I can just start fresh. This is confusing the crap out of me.
I think its changed it because day 35 I had a temp drop and it came back up again. And I also marked myself as having watery mucus, until a couple days ago, BUT... that happens EVERY CYCLE. I ovulate, and stay watery for a few days afterwards until it goes sticky.
I truly hate FF right now. Am getting so angry at it!


ETA:
Ok, so I went into my settings and for some reason, the interpretation was on "Research" mode. I changed settings back to "Advanced" which is the Recommended one. It then proceeded to change the ovulation date back to Day 29, though the lines are only dotted lines, so its still not sure.
Day 29 works better for me than Day 30, as DP and I were together on Day 26...
But dammit, FF is totally hating on me this month.

Moon, ff has dotted crosshairs for you because you have noted fertile cm after the likely o date that's all. I would still consider that to be your date although cd 30 and 31 are also possibilities, so keep those dates in mind when waiting to see if af shows. hth

But that happens every cycle. I get watery CM and even after I've ovulated, I have watery CM for about 3 or 4 days, then it goes creamy, then it goes sticky.

 

[MyTurnYet]

Good morning ladies! So, yesterday was feeling on top of the world and got off work early for the long weekend so was out getting my first summer pedicure of the year. Afterwards, was leaving the parking lot and some idiot backed into my car. The guy didn't want to call the cops, but I did just in case because I read before that you should always call. Damage on the car is super minor, but it still upset me so much. My car is still fairly new and was literally just thinking about how excited I am that I managed to almost pay it off already (have been sending lots of extra payments) and it makes me really mad.

Thing is, I moved my car before the cop got there because I was blocking a bunch of people and the cop lady on my phone told me to before the police arrived. So the guy was making it seem like it was both our faults because we kind of backed into each other. But I already had my car in drive and there is NO way he was backing out before I was. He pretty much pulled out of his spot directly into me and I'm 100% positive it was his fault. But I didn't stand up enough for myself in front of the cop and give my side of the story so feel really stupid. If the police report doesn't say it was his fault, then I'll have to pay for the damage through my insurance, and have a $500 deductible, and then my insurance rates will most likely go up. So, it's going to be expensive. To be honest, I was thinking about what happened to Tanikit and feel stupid that I'm obsessing and getting upset over something so small. But it helps to get it out here. You ladies are like a support group for all kinds of things.

The tampon story makes me think of an ad we have on TV here for tampons. The girl is looking everywhere for her tampons and can't find them anywhere, and when she goes into the living room, her boyfriend is in there playing with the cat, using the tampons, dangling them from the string for a kitten to play with. He tosses it and the kitty chases it, and when the camera shows the kitty playing, he is playing with a pile of tampons. LOL

That's so funny Moon! I wonder if I can find it on the internet. On the FF front, I'm afraid I'm not much help since this is my first month using it, but looks like you figured out what the issue was, already. I think that site is kind of confusing, but I'm sure I'll learn to like it.

Yes, one vegetarian taco in the mail to NZ please!

Where are you going on your cruise in Sept? How exciting!

I am doing pretty good, going out to dinner tonight with one of my OHs work colleagues and his girlfriend. I have never met these people before, and we are not sure how it will go...my OH says that he is not sure that we will have that much in common with them, but they live just up the road so we thought we would give it a go!

I am feeling nervous today as my old Roller Derby team in Australia are playing a very important bout tonight...I miss them all so much and will be obsessively texting for updates tonight!

I am calling June to be a really positive month for BFPs. I don't know why - but this is my feeling and I am sticking to it. I think that we are going to have some very exciting surprises in here this month.

Hope everyone is doing well!

Lucky, I took a vegetarian cooking class over the winter and we made these AWESOME veggie enchiladas! I have to track down the recipe and will send to you if you'd like? Brought some home for DH to try, and he liked them, as well.

The cruise is from NYC (because it's close to where we live, and we can just drive to the terminal) to Turks & Caicos and Bahamas. It's 8 days. SOOO excited!!! Actually, when I think about it, I go back to feeling happy again.

Your dinner plans sound really nice! I hope it goes well and you become great friends. Good to have people close by.

Good luck to your Roller Derby team! So, were you on the team before? I know you mentioned Roller Derby in your blog a lot...I'm still reading it.

LOVE your June prediction. I have a good feeling, too. Think your good feeling might be rubbing off on me.

Where did you get some good deals? I had put off buying new clothes just because I thought I'd need maternity clothes instead... So now I think I'm ready for a wardrobe update.

WHOO HOOO for days off!!!!


Ooh, I got a "Fat Burn Yoga" dvd today for $5! I'm super excited to try it!


Sorry to hear some of you are I haven't used those before!!



Soph, sorry to hear it looks like you have O'd already! No fair!
Moon, congrats on the exam!!
Celtic, glad to hear the cats are doing better.

LuckyD, Ejay, Tanikit, Honeybee, Jaimie, and...sorry to anyone I missed!

I've been getting all these Memorial Day offers in my e-mail so have been shopping online. I ordered some stuff from Old Navy and Ann Taylor. This code from Ann Taylor is for 40% off your entire order (including sale stuff) & free shipping over $150: 40SAVE

I also had an Ann Taylor gift card so was like, score! I'll add the other offer codes I got in my e-mail too, just in case you're interested. I think they all expire on Monday or Tuesday:

Banana Republic - 25% off entire order, free shipping over $100: LZWGTCDLJVV8
Old Navy - 15% off entire order: LZWGTCDLJVV8
Gap - 25% off purchase of $75 or more: GAPSUMMER

How exciting about the yoga DVD!

 

[LuckyD]

The tampon story makes me think of an ad we have on TV here for tampons. The girl is looking everywhere for her tampons and can't find them anywhere, and when she goes into the living room, her boyfriend is in there playing with the cat, using the tampons, dangling them from the string for a kitten to play with. He tosses it and the kitty chases it, and when the camera shows the kitty playing, he is playing with a pile of tampons. LOL

I know that ad! It's funny.

I think I will prob use them for another couple of days, by then o will have been confirmed or not and I will save these opks for next cycle. At least I won't have to buy them again! See, there is a silver lining!!

Aw, good looking on the bright side Soph! That's a good attitude xx

Good morning ladies! So, yesterday was feeling on top of the world and got off work early for the long weekend so was out getting my first summer pedicure of the year. Afterwards, was leaving the parking lot and some idiot backed into my car. The guy didn't want to call the cops, but I did just in case because I read before that you should always call. Damage on the car is super minor, but it still upset me so much. My car is still fairly new and was literally just thinking about how excited I am that I managed to almost pay it off already (have been sending lots of extra payments) and it makes me really mad.

Thing is, I moved my car before the cop got there because I was blocking a bunch of people and the cop lady on my phone told me to before the police arrived. So the guy was making it seem like it was both our faults because we kind of backed into each other. But I already had my car in drive and there is NO way he was backing out before I was. He pretty much pulled out of his spot directly into me and I'm 100% positive it was his fault. But I didn't stand up enough for myself in front of the cop and give my side of the story so feel really stupid. If the police report doesn't say it was his fault, then I'll have to pay for the damage through my insurance, and have a $500 deductible, and then my insurance rates will most likely go up. So, it's going to be expensive. To be honest, I was thinking about what happened to Tanikit and feel stupid that I'm obsessing and getting upset over something so small. But it helps to get it out here. You ladies are like a support group for all kinds of things.

Lucky, I took a vegetarian cooking class over the winter and we made these AWESOME veggie enchiladas! I have to track down the recipe and will send to you if you'd like? Brought some home for DH to try, and he liked them, as well.

The cruise is from NYC (because it's close to where we live, and we can just drive to the terminal) to Turks & Caicos and Bahamas. It's 8 days. SOOO excited!!! Actually, when I think about it, I go back to feeling happy again.

Your dinner plans sound really nice! I hope it goes well and you become great friends. Good to have people close by.

Good luck to your Roller Derby team! So, were you on the team before? I know you mentioned Roller Derby in your blog a lot...I'm still reading it.

LOVE your June prediction. I have a good feeling, too. Think your good feeling might be rubbing off on me.

Oh no Jill, that sucks about your car! So sorry love. How frustrating! I hope that the police report doesn't say it was partly your fault...sounds like he was clearly in the wrong! I hate situations like that.

Enchilada recipe would be amazing! We have a Mexican vegetarian cook book, but it isn't that great....if it is easy to find, would love to have a look at it!

Your cruise sounds amazing! Soooo jealous - what an awesome thing to look forward to!

Yeah, I used to play Roller Derby in Australia - I have for the last few years. It is the most fun ever, I love it soooo much and met the most fantastic people through it. I just found out my old team lost tonight...78 to 88...boo! But sounds like it was a good game.

You are so sweet that you are still reading my blog!

Just got home from dinner, am a little bit drunk....it was nice, I wouldn't say that they are going to be our best friends or anything, but it was fun and we had a laugh and a nice meal.

Off to bed now! Hope everyone is doing well xx

 

[MyTurnYet]

Aw, Lucky, I'm glad your dinner went well, but sorry to hear about the team not winning. I don't know much about Roller Derby, but am going to go Google it.

I need to find the Enchilada recipe, anyway, because I want to make them again...once I do, I'll send to you! My teacher e-mailed all the recipes after class, but sometimes she'd forget. So, if I don't have it I'll just ask her for it.

Ladies - just came across this on FF, and was helpful for me, so thought I'd post for you all here, in case it helps anyone. Check out the advice on TTHF!!

• Have intercourse at least every other day before ovulation during your fertile phase. (Check with your doctor first if there are any known sperm issues) .
• Have intercourse every day once you get a positive OPK result if you are using OPKs, or if you have other advance notice that you will ovulate within 24 hours.
• Keep having intercourse every day until ovulation is confirmed by a few elevated temperatures that are sustained.
• Avoid focusing on pinpointing ovulation. Once ovulation can be detected, it is generally too late to conceive. Rather, look at the Fertility Analyzer that tells you that you have increased fertility and take note of all your fertility signs.
• Try to keep your babymaking attempts enjoyable.
  [*]Keep your sense of humor.
  [*]Support your partner and let your partner support you.
• Talk to your friends who understand you.
• Enjoy all the things in life that give you pleasure and make you strong and special.
• Talk to your friends at Fertility Friend or make new ones here.
• Ask for guidance from our guides.
• Talk to your doctor after a few cycles if you think you might need medical help.

 

[SquirrelGirl]

So many things I want to respond to!! Hopefully I don't end up screwing up my multi-quotes!

I am calling June to be a really positive month for BFPs. I don't know why - but this is my feeling and I am sticking to it. I think that we are going to have some very exciting surprises in here this month.

Hope everyone is doing well!

Hooray for June!

Thanks for laughing at my story, ladies! At the time I was dumping everything on the table, I remember thinking "I better clean this up as soon as I get home so no one sees!" Of course, I forgot. I'm kind of absent-minded sometimes.

The tampon story makes me think of an ad we have on TV here for tampons. The girl is looking everywhere for her tampons and can't find them anywhere, and when she goes into the living room, her boyfriend is in there playing with the cat, using the tampons, dangling them from the string for a kitten to play with. He tosses it and the kitty chases it, and when the camera shows the kitty playing, he is playing with a pile of tampons. LOL

That is so hysterical!!!!!!

Good morning ladies! So, yesterday was feeling on top of the world and got off work early for the long weekend so was out getting my first summer pedicure of the year. Afterwards, was leaving the parking lot and some idiot backed into my car. The guy didn't want to call the cops, but I did just in case because I read before that you should always call. Damage on the car is super minor, but it still upset me so much. My car is still fairly new and was literally just thinking about how excited I am that I managed to almost pay it off already (have been sending lots of extra payments) and it makes me really mad.

Thing is, I moved my car before the cop got there because I was blocking a bunch of people and the cop lady on my phone told me to before the police arrived. So the guy was making it seem like it was both our faults because we kind of backed into each other. But I already had my car in drive and there is NO way he was backing out before I was. He pretty much pulled out of his spot directly into me and I'm 100% positive it was his fault. But I didn't stand up enough for myself in front of the cop and give my side of the story so feel really stupid. If the police report doesn't say it was his fault, then I'll have to pay for the damage through my insurance, and have a $500 deductible, and then my insurance rates will most likely go up. So, it's going to be expensive. To be honest, I was thinking about what happened to Tanikit and feel stupid that I'm obsessing and getting upset over something so small. But it helps to get it out here. You ladies are like a support group for all kinds of things.

Where did you get some good deals? I had put off buying new clothes just because I thought I'd need maternity clothes instead... So now I think I'm ready for a wardrobe update.

I've been getting all these Memorial Day offers in my e-mail so have been shopping online. I ordered some stuff from Old Navy and Ann Taylor. This code from Ann Taylor is for 40% off your entire order (including sale stuff) & free shipping over $150: 40SAVE

I also had an Ann Taylor gift card so was like, score! I'll add the other offer codes I got in my e-mail too, just in case you're interested. I think they all expire on Monday or Tuesday:

Banana Republic - 25% off entire order, free shipping over $100: LZWGTCDLJVV8
Old Navy - 15% off entire order: LZWGTCDLJVV8
Gap - 25% off purchase of $75 or more: GAPSUMMER

How exciting about the yoga DVD!

Rock on! Thanks so much for all those codes! After I finish up on BnB, I'm off to go shopping! whoo hooo!!



Ok, disclaimer-- I work for an insurance company, but I'm not in Claims. I only program computers. However, I do pick up some tips and hear things about what you should do.

Next time... before you move your car, take as many pictures as you can. Either keep a disposable camera in your glovebox or use your cell phone camera. This will help you prove it wasn't your fault. Also, never admit fault. Ever. Even if it's 100% your fault. From an ethical standpoint, I don't get this. But your insurance company will want to review the case and determine who is at fault. Also, it's possible the other driver was under the influence or some other mitigating factor.

ALWAYS call the police. Don't ever let someone talk you out of it. This is a surefire way to get screwed in the end! They likely don't have insurance, or have a poor driving record.

https://www.edmunds.com/ownership/safety/articles/43805/article.html

 

[Tanikit]

MyTurnYet sorry that happened to you - I hate it when other people try to blame you for an accident when it is their fault. I really hope things work out in your favour - you did the right thing. The cruise sounds fantastic

Moondance I've changed FF before when I didn't like what they said - just put in the ovulation date yourself if you are sure - you'll know by the end of the month anyway based on your LP (unless you are pregnant and then you won't care anyway )

Its one of my bad months with PMDD - I am in such a bad mood, DH seems to be so grumpy these days too so we are not very happy with each other right now. I'm working this weekend too which makes me even more grumpy. I know I'll feel better in a few days, but not sure my DH will - I'm not even sure what exactly is stressing him - could be a huge number of things. The stress is getting to us both at the moment. I just want to curl up and cry and cry which will seem so stupid in a few days time. Sorry this is a real downer.

Celtic my sugars are horrific - they have been as high as 18 and as low as 2.4 and I cannot get them right no matter how hard I try so that is depressing me too - its probably all stress and trying too hard. The couple days before AF comes is always harder to get right than other times of the month but this has been worse than its been in a very very long time. I'm going to get shouted at by my enodcrinologist on Wednesday - just another thing to look forward to - sigh. How is your diet going - hope you can get your sugars more under control without too much fuss.

 

[Moondance]

Good morning ladies! So, yesterday was feeling on top of the world and got off work early for the long weekend so was out getting my first summer pedicure of the year. Afterwards, was leaving the parking lot and some idiot backed into my car. The guy didn't want to call the cops, but I did just in case because I read before that you should always call. Damage on the car is super minor, but it still upset me so much. My car is still fairly new and was literally just thinking about how excited I am that I managed to almost pay it off already (have been sending lots of extra payments) and it makes me really mad.

Thing is, I moved my car before the cop got there because I was blocking a bunch of people and the cop lady on my phone told me to before the police arrived. So the guy was making it seem like it was both our faults because we kind of backed into each other. But I already had my car in drive and there is NO way he was backing out before I was. He pretty much pulled out of his spot directly into me and I'm 100% positive it was his fault. But I didn't stand up enough for myself in front of the cop and give my side of the story so feel really stupid. If the police report doesn't say it was his fault, then I'll have to pay for the damage through my insurance, and have a $500 deductible, and then my insurance rates will most likely go up. So, it's going to be expensive. To be honest, I was thinking about what happened to Tanikit and feel stupid that I'm obsessing and getting upset over something so small. But it helps to get it out here. You ladies are like a support group for all kinds of things.

The tampon story makes me think of an ad we have on TV here for tampons. The girl is looking everywhere for her tampons and can't find them anywhere, and when she goes into the living room, her boyfriend is in there playing with the cat, using the tampons, dangling them from the string for a kitten to play with. He tosses it and the kitty chases it, and when the camera shows the kitty playing, he is playing with a pile of tampons. LOL

That's so funny Moon! I wonder if I can find it on the internet. On the FF front, I'm afraid I'm not much help since this is my first month using it, but looks like you figured out what the issue was, already. I think that site is kind of confusing, but I'm sure I'll learn to like it.

Here is that ad. LOL

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlKQGWHC198

I am calling June to be a really positive month for BFPs. I don't know why - but this is my feeling and I am sticking to it. I think that we are going to have some very exciting surprises in here this month.

Fingers crossed that you are right LuckyD! Would love to see so many of you lovely ladies with your BFP's. I personally, am not holding any hope for myself for June, as by the time AF comes for this cycle, and I go through the entirety of next cycle, my next AF won't be due until July, so I wouldn't be testing until July.

Moondance I've changed FF before when I didn't like what they said - just put in the ovulation date yourself if you are sure - you'll know by the end of the month anyway based on your LP (unless you are pregnant and then you won't care anyway )

Its one of my bad months with PMDD - I am in such a bad mood, DH seems to be so grumpy these days too so we are not very happy with each other right now. I'm working this weekend too which makes me even more grumpy. I know I'll feel better in a few days, but not sure my DH will - I'm not even sure what exactly is stressing him - could be a huge number of things. The stress is getting to us both at the moment. I just want to curl up and cry and cry which will seem so stupid in a few days time. Sorry this is a real downer.

You're definitely right about FF. I'd pinpoint it myself, but even I'm not sure. It just really annoyed me how it kept changing it and changing it and changing it on a daily basis. And yeah, if I'm pregnant, deffo won't care anymore, LOL

Maybe its the stress of TTC that has you both worked up? I mean, DP and myself are trying to keep it pretty lowkey, I don't know how much, if any, he gets stressed, but I know I do stress, going "why didn't I conceive this month, I'm doing everything right!!!" every month! It's an incredibly hard time. And then add into that any outside equations like work, or money or anything and it all compounds together and makes life hell.
But chin up sweety! You'll get through it!

 

[Moondance]

:'(

My second baby chicklet died this afternoon... it was only hatched this morning. Not even 9 hours of life and the poor little ones life was taken away. I'm so sad. It was a beautiful little one.

 

[CelticNiamh]

MyTurnYet sorry that happened to you - I hate it when other people try to blame you for an accident when it is their fault. I really hope things work out in your favour - you did the right thing. The cruise sounds fantastic
Celtic my sugars are horrific - they have been as high as 18 and as low as 2.4 and I cannot get them right no matter how hard I try so that is depressing me too - its probably all stress and trying too hard. The couple days before AF comes is always harder to get right than other times of the month but this has been worse than its been in a very very long time. I'm going to get shouted at by my enodcrinologist on Wednesday - just another thing to look forward to - sigh. How is your diet going - hope you can get your sugars more under control without too much fuss.

Tanikit sound like you need some pampering I hope you feel better soon, and tell that enodcrinologist about all the stress you are under and he should understand well I hope so any way. 18 is high eek you must have felt so crap I thought 10.2 was high. Im sticking to my diet and seeing what foods tip me over I found this tracker for Diabetes https://www.medhelp.org/user_trackers/show/252667?personal_page_id=181428
not sure if that will open on the page but it will help me show the doctor what they are and I am keeping a food diary so I can show her what I am eating daily because I just got the impression she thought I was eating crap and I do not I do not eat junk every day.LOL she just made an assumption on my weight! I know that it wont prevent me TCC long term but my levels are above what is allowed for pregnancy so I guess it will mean insulin sooner rather than later which is ok once controlled and taken care of. feel good knowing that, you take care and feel better soon.


Soph thanks I feel so much better I guess once you take action and control it helps.

Moon FF annoys the hell out of me as well, I know I have OV already and its yet to pinpoint it, although I haven't been watching my other signs as much this cycle mainly because we haven't BD well we have but were careful so no TWW for me. so sorry about your little chick so sad to see any little baby animal go. there is a kitten in my garden I would say about 8 weeks old my DH is like no more strays LOL I had to feed him he so little

LuckyD I'm OK actually about TTC break I'm still charting and taking MACA which is great I have to say, I have started to take some Omega 3 and I have been reading that ginsing help sugars as well. I must research more foods that help eliminate cholesterol as that is my main worry now. along with the doctor assuming my weight is the cause of my High blood sugars were I think it is a symptom, I have a great book about the GI diet and it even says that high sugars prevent weight loss even with good diet and exercise. so I will if I have to ram that info at my doctor. LOL I'm good though. I hope ye don't mind me hanging around though.

MyTurnYet, Hun sorry to hear that, I would ring the police and push your point with them say you were a little shocked and did not know what to think when it happened. that the guy did not want the cops called. they are not stupid and will know by marks on the road and by the amount of damage done if the story's match the damage done on the car. well done on nearly having it paid off

Tryfor how are you doing hunxx

How is every one else doing hope you are having a great weekend.

 

[LuckyD]

Aw, Lucky, I'm glad your dinner went well, but sorry to hear about the team not winning. I don't know much about Roller Derby, but am going to go Google it.

I need to find the Enchilada recipe, anyway, because I want to make them again...once I do, I'll send to you! My teacher e-mailed all the recipes after class, but sometimes she'd forget. So, if I don't have it I'll just ask her for it.

Ladies - just came across this on FF, and was helpful for me, so thought I'd post for you all here, in case it helps anyone. Check out the advice on TTHF!!

• Have intercourse at least every other day before ovulation during your fertile phase. (Check with your doctor first if there are any known sperm issues) .
• Have intercourse every day once you get a positive OPK result if you are using OPKs, or if you have other advance notice that you will ovulate within 24 hours.
• Keep having intercourse every day until ovulation is confirmed by a few elevated temperatures that are sustained.
• Avoid focusing on pinpointing ovulation. Once ovulation can be detected, it is generally too late to conceive. Rather, look at the Fertility Analyzer that tells you that you have increased fertility and take note of all your fertility signs.
• Try to keep your babymaking attempts enjoyable.
  [*]Keep your sense of humor.
  [*]Support your partner and let your partner support you.
• Talk to your friends who understand you.
• Enjoy all the things in life that give you pleasure and make you strong and special.
• Talk to your friends at Fertility Friend or make new ones here.
• Ask for guidance from our guides.
• Talk to your doctor after a few cycles if you think you might need medical help.

Yep, check out Roller Derby - it is the funnest, most exciting, most rock-star sport ever - so much fun to play and to watch.

Awesome re: enchilada recipe! If you can find it that would be awesome xx

Love the FF TTC advice - it's totally TTHF! That's what I am really trying to do this cycle.

Its one of my bad months with PMDD - I am in such a bad mood, DH seems to be so grumpy these days too so we are not very happy with each other right now. I'm working this weekend too which makes me even more grumpy. I know I'll feel better in a few days, but not sure my DH will - I'm not even sure what exactly is stressing him - could be a huge number of things. The stress is getting to us both at the moment. I just want to curl up and cry and cry which will seem so stupid in a few days time. Sorry this is a real downer.

So sorry to hear this Tanikit You have had such full on things happen recently, it's no wonder that it is all feeling a bit stressful. It sounds like you have the 'big picture' perspective and know that you will feel better soon...but it is still horrible to be feeling so rubbish at the moment. Hope things improve really soon, and that work isn't too bad

:'(

My second baby chicklet died this afternoon... it was only hatched this morning. Not even 9 hours of life and the poor little ones life was taken away. I'm so sad. It was a beautiful little one.

Oh no, so sorry Moondance that is really sad.

LuckyD I'm OK actually about TTC break I'm still charting and taking MACA which is great I have to say, I have started to take some Omega 3 and I have been reading that ginsing help sugars as well. I must research more foods that help eliminate cholesterol as that is my main worry now. along with the doctor assuming my weight is the cause of my High blood sugars were I think it is a symptom, I have a great book about the GI diet and it even says that high sugars prevent weight loss even with good diet and exercise. so I will if I have to ram that info at my doctor. LOL I'm good though. I hope ye don't mind me hanging around though.

That's great, so good to hear that you are feeling ok about taking a break, and you sound really in control of your body and what you need to do for it. Of course you are welcome to stay in here! As if we would ever mind you 'hanging around' - it wouldn't be the same without you here love! xx


Eeek, I start my new job tomorrow! It's 11pm so I gotta get to bed so I can make some sort of good impression on my first day of work...

xxx

 

[soph77]

I just almost died of horror, I thought you were going to cook an echidna!!! (enchilada recipe) Shouldn't read posts when tired....

Dh is home, going to have an early night, sweet dreams all!

 

[Moondance]

I keep doing those horrible little burps where you vomit a little bit into your mouth, so my throat is hot and all acidic.
Icktastic.

 

[MyTurnYet]

Good morning, my favorite BnB ladies! Just responding to a few posts this morning and then am off to a reflexology appointment. Was at this great massage place buying a gift certificate for a friend's b-day, and they were having a sale on reflexology...I thought I read it helped with TTC, so thought, why not? Will let you know how it goes. Man, I've been spending a lot of money, lately. But am telling myself I deserve it as have been very stressed and working like a crazy woman.

I just almost died of horror, I thought you were going to cook an echidna!!! (enchilada recipe) Shouldn't read posts when tired....

Dh is home, going to have an early night, sweet dreams all!

Oh my gosh, that's so funny! Although, I must admit I had no idea what an echidna was, so had to look it up. How cute they are! Have a wonderful night w/ your DH.

For others who have never seen an echidna:

:'(

My second baby chicklet died this afternoon... it was only hatched this morning. Not even 9 hours of life and the poor little ones life was taken away. I'm so sad. It was a beautiful little one.

Aw, Moon, that's so sad. I'm very sorry. Makes me think of how precious life is.


Lucky, I found the enchilda recipe! Along w/ a few other vegetarian Mexican recipes that we made that night. I'll send you in a PM! Also, best of luck with your first day! Let us know how it goes.

Squirrel, ahhhhhhh CAMERA PHONE!! Why didn't I think of that? Literally kicking myself over here, but thank you for the tip!!

Tanikit, I'm sorry you and your OH aren't feeling great, honey. Have you gone for your therapy session, yet? Agree with the others that you're probably both under a tremendous amount of stress. Is there anything you can do to just relax and chill together for a night? Maybe just light some candles, listen to music and cuddle?

Celtic, really happy to hear you taking control of getting healthy!

Moon, thank you for posting that video...it cracked me up! Can't wait to show DH when he wakes up.

 

[SquirrelGirl]

Good morning, my favorite BnB ladies! Just responding to a few posts this morning and then am off to a reflexology appointment. Was at this great massage place buying a gift certificate for a friend's b-day, and they were having a sale on reflexology...I thought I read it helped with TTC, so thought, why not? Will let you know how it goes. Man, I've been spending a lot of money, lately. But am telling myself I deserve it as have been very stressed and working like a crazy woman.

I just almost died of horror, I thought you were going to cook an echidna!!! (enchilada recipe) Shouldn't read posts when tired....

Dh is home, going to have an early night, sweet dreams all!

Oh my gosh, that's so funny! Although, I must admit I had no idea what an echidna was, so had to look it up. How cute they are! Have a wonderful night w/ your DH.

For others who have never seen an echidna:

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Squirrel, ahhhhhhh CAMERA PHONE!! Why didn't I think of that? Literally kicking myself over here, but thank you for the tip!!

That tampon video was hilarious!!!! Laughed out loud!

Echidna... is that what we call a porcupine here in the US?? At least it looks similiar by all the quills?


I'm definitely interested to hear how the reflexology appointment went. I want details!!! I've been going to a lot of chiropractic appointments. I've had back pain since high school, but I've been doing deep tissue massage every two weeks. When I talked to my massage therapist, she recommended I get adjusted more often. So I had some Xrays done, and it showed that the "L4" and "L5" vertabrae in my back are nearly touching!! And this is where the nerves go to the uterus and ovaries. So my chiropractor thought there was a pretty good chance Chiro could help me. Obviously he could make no guarantees, but it gives me something to feel like I'm helping things along. Also my massage therapist has started doing abdominal massage on me.

Between that, and starting Vitex and baby aspirin this month..... June has GOT to be it!!!! BTW.... Either it's because of where I am in my cycle or because of the Vitex and aspirin,.... BUT... my face seems to be clearing up some!!!

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[SquirrelGirl]

Oh, and LuckyD-- Can't wait to hear how your first day of work went!!! Must be exciting!!!

 

[Ejay]

Oh, forgot some more fun news! Booked some anniversary plans for DH and I today. Our anniversary is in August...we're going back to the same place we stayed on our wedding night, which is this beautiful Inn and spa on the water. I said it was our anniversary so they gave us a free upgrade to a balcony waterview room, and I also booked a special dinner and couples massage. Can't wait!!! Bad news is, checked mymonthlycylces.com and looks like AF is scheduled to be here that week. Fx'd I get pg BEFORE then!!! Maybe it'll be like our wedding all over again, and the Sept. trip can be our babymoon! How awesome would that be?

Have my fingers crossed for you hun, heres hoping for a Babymoon xx

hahaha, J/K. I took this pic of him all wet and bedraggled yesterday, I love it.

Aw, cute horse! And that's a lovely photo of you and your cat! I have just been hearing about Equestrian Therapy today - where you use horses to help with the therapy of young people (or any people) who have been diagnosed with anti-social or behavioural issues - apparently the horses are really good at calming them down and providing them with a sense of peace. It's pretty cool!

Maybe thats what it is with me and animals. I had some pretty traumatic experiences as a kid and have grown up with behavioural issues... I was diagnosed last year with Borderline Personality Disorder.
Around people I can be a total spazz, but put me near horses or other animals, then I'm in control, and happy and peaceful, I don't remember any of my stupid experiences when I'm with the animals, because they fill me with so much joy and peace.
I believe animals are one of God's greatest gifts to us as humans. Not just for food, but for what they are. Beautiful and sweet and totally loving. Animals love unconditionally, unlike people.




Today I had my computer assessment for Microsoft Excel. An hour and a half for an open book exam. I didn't touch any of my notes and did it in 10 minutes flat. There were others who were still not finished when time was up. I was like ... LEGEND BABY! lol
Also started setting up agistment for my beautiful horsie boy today, he comes home in a few more weeks. I'll be able to work with him every single day if I want to.
Wheeeeeeeeeeee!

I totally agree with you about the animals, everything seems to dissapear into insignificance when I am working with the horses, or cuddling a cat.

Fantastic, well done with the exam. Brilliant about your horse as well, bet your really looking forward to having him home xx

AF arrived for me today - I knew I wasn't pregnant this month anyway, so in some ways its good to be in a new cycle, but at the same time I am not sure I am ready for this cycle yet - my sugar levels are bad since the hijacking (possibly stress), the T4 is hopefully right now as I have been very good about that, and as for DH and I I think he is fed up with me as I have had bad grumpy PMS two days and have not been putting up with anything. Hopefully in a weeks time things will feel better.

Soph good luck for the interview - hope it goes well. Hope your DH gets here soon enough that you can still ttc this cycle - tell that LH to hold on a little.

I am sure things will look up for you this cycle and at least the old one is over and done with. Try to think of af as cleansing away all the stress and fear and try to focus on all the things that are good and happy in your life!

Thanks, big interview is on wednesday. So nerve wracking! I am taking tuesday off next week to study and make sure I am prepared. I don't interview too well so I need to make sure that I have some answers formulated and all my work samples ready. If I can't wow them with the gift of the gab, I need to wow them another way..

Tanikit .

Thats great advice Soph.

Soph boo hoo that is so annoying! good luck on the interview

How is every one else doing
My cat is doing great as well and so is her one kitten he is looking good we have decided to keep him so as soon as he is old enough he will be spayed and so will mummy. no more kittens for my poor cat.

I am not a very happy person after my doctor visit, basically I have to lose weight she wants me to cut all sugar out of my diet and bread,pasta,wraps I can have brown rice but I just think its to serve and I would only maintain that for a while before losing my brain. I also believe you need a small amount of carbs or else you get sick I have a cousin who cuts carbs out and her kidneys started to shut down. she was spilling loads of ketones. my cholesterol levels were 6.6 but on a good note no problems with my thyroid but I do need a repeat blood test to check blood sugars again. I think it should be a proper GTT but am wondering will they do it! the doctor does think I have diabetes but she does not want to treat it she wants me to lose weight and she feels it will go that way. There is no way I can TTC now for a good few months I need to lose at least 10% of my body weight I am really concerned over my cholesterol level so I am determined to get healthy. the nurse rang me and went through my diet with me and she said you know you have the diet down you will be fine, I laughed and said if my diet is so good why are my levels so high and why can I not lose weight... they don't know

ok enough about me my rant is over I will be fine :winkwink

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As for me, temps up today (although I was really drunk last night so that could have affected it) and opk has gone back to -
I think I Oed already
Stupid early O, and I can't believe I went through the torture of going off my allergy meds for nothing!!! It worked though, I actually had some ewcm so I will do it again next cycle for sure. It actually wasn't THAT bad, I can handle it. Anything for a baby!
dh is coming home tomorrow, I am still going to jump him! Just because I've missed him so much.

Niamh glad your kitty is doing ok. for you

Sorry Soph about early O, next month you will have to lock DH in the house and chain him to the bed

Good morning ladies! So, yesterday was feeling on top of the world and got off work early for the long weekend so was out getting my first summer pedicure of the year. Afterwards, was leaving the parking lot and some idiot backed into my car. The guy didn't want to call the cops, but I did just in case because I read before that you should always call. Damage on the car is super minor, but it still upset me so much. My car is still fairly new and was literally just thinking about how excited I am that I managed to almost pay it off already (have been sending lots of extra payments) and it makes me really mad.

Thing is, I moved my car before the cop got there because I was blocking a bunch of people and the cop lady on my phone told me to before the police arrived. So the guy was making it seem like it was both our faults because we kind of backed into each other. But I already had my car in drive and there is NO way he was backing out before I was. He pretty much pulled out of his spot directly into me and I'm 100% positive it was his fault. But I didn't stand up enough for myself in front of the cop and give my side of the story so feel really stupid. If the police report doesn't say it was his fault, then I'll have to pay for the damage through my insurance, and have a $500 deductible, and then my insurance rates will most likely go up. So, it's going to be expensive. To be honest, I was thinking about what happened to Tanikit and feel stupid that I'm obsessing and getting upset over something so small. But it helps to get it out here. You ladies are like a support group for all kinds of things. .

OMG, that is such a bummer

I am calling June to be a really positive month for BFPs. I don't know why - but this is my feeling and I am sticking to it. I think that we are going to have some very exciting surprises in here this month.

Hope everyone is doing well!

Here Here Lucky, I second you on that prediction

LuckyD, Ejay, Tanikit, Honeybee, Jaimie, and...sorry to anyone I missed!

Hiya :wave:

Ladies - just came across this on FF, and was helpful for me, so thought I'd post for you all here, in case it helps anyone. Check out the advice on TTHF!!

• Have intercourse at least every other day before ovulation during your fertile phase. (Check with your doctor first if there are any known sperm issues) .
• Have intercourse every day once you get a positive OPK result if you are using OPKs, or if you have other advance notice that you will ovulate within 24 hours.
• Keep having intercourse every day until ovulation is confirmed by a few elevated temperatures that are sustained.
• Avoid focusing on pinpointing ovulation. Once ovulation can be detected, it is generally too late to conceive. Rather, look at the Fertility Analyzer that tells you that you have increased fertility and take note of all your fertility signs.
• Try to keep your babymaking attempts enjoyable.
  [*]Keep your sense of humor.
  [*]Support your partner and let your partner support you.
• Talk to your friends who understand you.
• Enjoy all the things in life that give you pleasure and make you strong and special.
• Talk to your friends at Fertility Friend or make new ones here.
• Ask for guidance from our guides.
• Talk to your doctor after a few cycles if you think you might need medical help.

I love it, thats exactly what OH and I have been trying to follow this month, especially the keeping the sense of humour part and enjoying BDing.

Its one of my bad months with PMDD - I am in such a bad mood, DH seems to be so grumpy these days too so we are not very happy with each other right now. I'm working this weekend too which makes me even more grumpy. I know I'll feel better in a few days, but not sure my DH will - I'm not even sure what exactly is stressing him - could be a huge number of things. The stress is getting to us both at the moment. I just want to curl up and cry and cry which will seem so stupid in a few days time. Sorry this is a real downer.

Celtic my sugars are horrific - they have been as high as 18 and as low as 2.4 and I cannot get them right no matter how hard I try so that is depressing me too - its probably all stress and trying too hard. The couple days before AF comes is always harder to get right than other times of the month but this has been worse than its been in a very very long time. I'm going to get shouted at by my enodcrinologist on Wednesday - just another thing to look forward to - sigh. How is your diet going - hope you can get your sugars more under control without too much fuss.

Tanikit so sorry you seem to be having a tough time at the moment, I really hope things start to pick up for you xx

:'(

My second baby chicklet died this afternoon... it was only hatched this morning. Not even 9 hours of life and the poor little ones life was taken away. I'm so sad. It was a beautiful little one.

Oh no, I am so sorry

Oh, and LuckyD-- Can't wait to hear how your first day of work went!!! Must be exciting!!!

Good Luck LuckyD


Hopefully all my multi replies worked OK.

Brought Molly home yesterday morning, she is a little tense but settling ok. I managed to clean her wounds on my own this morning and she stood as good as gold. Still no sign of her comming into season, but I realy don't want to get my hopes up, it's even worse now we are both waiting for our BFP's

Then temp charting seems to be going good, Niamh or anyone else, I think I probably O'd yesterday, but i think it's a bit too soon for FF to put the crosshairs in, how long does it normally take for them to show?

Hope everyone is doing good

 

[SquirrelGirl]

Good job on so many multi-quotes in one message!!! I can't ever seem to get it quite right with that many!

I hope Molly (and you of course!) gets her BFP

I don't use fertility friend, but from just what I've read, sound like it takes a couple days of elevated temps for it to pick your O date....

 

[CelticNiamh]

LuckyD I love your prediction about June, I want one though LOL ah well all good things come to those who wait I will be doing a BFP for you all. good luck in your first day at your new job

Ejay depending on tomorrow and the next days temps that should be your OV day on CD13 so your temps needs to stay the same or higher to get your cross hairs. looking good though Hope your horse does not come in to season again as well

Moon I forget to say well done on the exam well done

MyTurnyet that is great TthF advice eh!

Soph hope your making up for lost time

 

[LuckyD]

I just almost died of horror, I thought you were going to cook an echidna!!! (enchilada recipe) Shouldn't read posts when tired....

Dh is home, going to have an early night, sweet dreams all!

Ha ha, that's hilarious! Wouldn't be very vegetarian though...
Hope you had a nice reunion with your DH xx

Good morning, my favorite BnB ladies! Just responding to a few posts this morning and then am off to a reflexology appointment. Was at this great massage place buying a gift certificate for a friend's b-day, and they were having a sale on reflexology...I thought I read it helped with TTC, so thought, why not? Will let you know how it goes. Man, I've been spending a lot of money, lately. But am telling myself I deserve it as have been very stressed and working like a crazy woman.

Lucky, I found the enchilda recipe! Along w/ a few other vegetarian Mexican recipes that we made that night. I'll send you in a PM! Also, best of luck with your first day! Let us know how it goes.

Ooh, hope reflexology went well! I have heard that it is good for TTC too, I have thought about it. Let us know.

Thank you so much for the recipes! So exciting to find a whole lot of deliciousness in my inbox! I am totally using those recipes soon - me and my OH have a deal at the moment where every week one of us has to cook something new - that's going to be my meal! Thanks lovely

Echidna... is that what we call a porcupine here in the US?? At least it looks similiar by all the quills?


I'm definitely interested to hear how the reflexology appointment went. I want details!!! I've been going to a lot of chiropractic appointments. I've had back pain since high school, but I've been doing deep tissue massage every two weeks. When I talked to my massage therapist, she recommended I get adjusted more often. So I had some Xrays done, and it showed that the "L4" and "L5" vertabrae in my back are nearly touching!! And this is where the nerves go to the uterus and ovaries. So my chiropractor thought there was a pretty good chance Chiro could help me. Obviously he could make no guarantees, but it gives me something to feel like I'm helping things along. Also my massage therapist has started doing abdominal massage on me.

Between that, and starting Vitex and baby aspirin this month..... June has GOT to be it!!!! BTW.... Either it's because of where I am in my cycle or because of the Vitex and aspirin,.... BUT... my face seems to be clearing up some!!!

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I think an echidna is in the same family as porcupines, but that they are a bit different (don't ask me how). We don't have either here - just little hedgehogs. They are pretty cute.

That's really interesting about your vertabrae - hope that chiro can help. And yay for having good skin! I think it's really unfair that I still get pimples, but I also am gaining wrinkles by the day - surely that's not the way it should be!

Oh, and LuckyD-- Can't wait to hear how your first day of work went!!! Must be exciting!!!

Thanks love!

First day of work went well. It's always hard on the first day, I got introduced to so many people and I can only remember a few names! But I think that I will be able to do the job well, and it will be pretty interesting, so that will be good. Lots of work though - we are having the launch for the new service I will be running in two weeks time - so the next two weeks will be lots of meetings and networking and making connections in the community.

Brought Molly home yesterday morning, she is a little tense but settling ok. I managed to clean her wounds on my own this morning and she stood as good as gold. Still no sign of her comming into season, but I realy don't want to get my hopes up, it's even worse now we are both waiting for our BFP's

Then temp charting seems to be going good, Niamh or anyone else, I think I probably O'd yesterday, but i think it's a bit too soon for FF to put the crosshairs in, how long does it normally take for them to show?

Hope everyone is doing good

Awesome that you have Molly home again, that must be really good for both of you.

LuckyD I love your prediction about June, I want one though LOL ah well all good things come to those who wait I will be doing a BFP for you all. good luck in your first day at your new job

Aww, sweets - I think one will be reserved for you, it will have your name on it so when you do start TTC again it will be there waiting for you xxx


Yep, so started work today and it was pretty good. Now I am home and tired and my OH is making a delicious dinner, so hurrah for that.

I started using my OPKs today, as I didn't want to start so early this month seeing as I don't seem to O til CD16-18. Not positive, but not totally light either, so I wonder if it will get darker over the next few days. If it does, I really don't know what to think about my cycles - O seems to be happening on a different day every month!

We haven't even BD'd yet, last few months we started CD8 and got kind of burnt out, and clearly it didn't help get a BFP, so haven't been so strict about it this month. Was thinking about it last night, but my little bro was staying the night and I was tired and we just didn't end up doing it. Tonight I think!

Hope everyone is doing well xx

 

[SquirrelGirl]

Glad to read that your first day went well. It is really overwhelming to meet so many people all in one day!! But I hope you'll find a little group of people you really get along with.

Hedgehogs are so cute!! I always thought it would be cool to have one as a pet.