The RESOLVE of the Bay State Annual Conference on Saturday was just amazing. I'm so glad Larry and I went - we did some seriously deep soul-searching, some crying (well, I did the crying), and engaged in some very cathartic dialogue with people who get it - who really understand … Read More »
RESOLVing to move forward
So I just bought an annual household membership to RESOLVE's Bay State chapter. For $55, it's not a bad deal. Larry and I are planning to go to their Annual Conference on November 7. Since we're in a state where actively pursing any kind of family building is just not an option … Read More »
You can’t wave a magic wand…
...and make it all okay overnight. Or in an hour, for that matter. I had a second session with my IF counselor (Dr. S) last night, and while I certainly feel better, I don't necessarily have all the answers. If anything, I'm left with more questions and pathways for dialogue with … Read More »
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As the stars fell, her light too, was extinguished. … Read More »
Whirlwind week.
July 4th weekend was fantastic. Had friends from out of town at our place this weekend, with their adorable 10 month old in tow. Babies are exhausting! And cute, and fun, and wonderful. I particularly enjoyed seeing Larry with the baby- he's going to be a great dad someday.Blood … Read More »
RESOLVE Advocacy Day 2009
I'm doing my part by emailing & mailing elected officials, facebooking, and tweeting today... have you done your part?More Advocacy Day info here at RESOLVE.Demand affordable coverage for infertility treatment by insurance companies!Click here to download a template letter to … Read More »
RESOLVE Advocacy Day: Thur, June 25th!
If you haven't read already, this Thursday, June 25th is RESOLVE's Advocacy Day. Big stuff to talk about with lawmakers in DC, especially the House and Senate versions of the Family Building Act. Sadly, the media debacles known as "Octomom" and "John & Kate Plus STFU Already" … Read More »
Feeling renewed
Sorry I've been a bit remiss in posting this week... I've been so caught up in #IranElection I pretty much forgot I had a blog.Camping was incredible. Fort Z. braved the rainstorm Saturday night, despite very heavy rains for about 10 hours. Saturday day, the weather was gorgeous. … Read More »
Quick Updates: Mom is A-OK
Thank GOD.Medical stress test and cardio catheters revealed no blockages. Elevated cardiac enzymes may not actually have indicated a heart attack, but rather a result of her crazy high blood pressure (240/180) on Thursday morning. She has to meet with the hospital's endo before … Read More »
UPs and Downs
Today has been a crazy day. Productive morning at work followed by a Friday afternoon slump. Larry and I planned a movie date night for tonight, so I bought tickets to see UP. I booked a fantastic hotel for a conference I'm going to at the end of June; I was nervous using Hotwire … Read More »