For those playing along at home, Cycle Day 6 ultrasound and blood work updates/results will be posted at the very bottom of this post just as soon as I hear back from my clinic. I grew up watching Blossom. I had my own Blossom hat. In fact, here's proof: (That pic, FYI, … Read More »
CD4: A slice of random.
I made my first quiche last night: Martha Stewart's very easy broccoli and cheddar quiche. Not too shabby. Aunt Flo is slowly making her exit, but she's taking her sweet ass time about it. It's like she's got to go through every room of our house, double-checking … Read More »
Sorry, Disney: Wishing a Child Into Existence Doesn’t Cure Infertility
I stumbled onto this little news tidbit today, buried in a post of various entertainment news dubbed "Morning Spoilers" at io9.com: Here's a TV spot for the upcoming Disney movie in which Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Garner can't have children, so they bury a box with their … Read More »
Do IVF Contests Gamble With Our Hope? (Updated)
I was recently named one of ShareCare.com's Top 10 Online Influences for Infertility. It's a privilege that still humbles me greatly and I am honored to have been independently recognized in that regard. I'm also very humbled to be on this list in the company of some true … Read More »
What IF: Two Years Later
So I'm on the shuttle headed to Capitol Hill for a day of amazing advocacy with RESOLVE and it just dawned on me that a) I turn 30 in a month and b) it's been two years today since I released my What IF short film. It's kind of crazy how time flies! So to commemorate this … Read More »
Welcome to IComLeavWe!
If you're here visiting from ICLW, welcome! It's been a while since I've participated and it feels good to get back on the comment horse again. For those new to ICLW, it's a great opportunity for ALI bloggers to connect with one another through comments. You can get the … Read More »
A Post That Only Comes Every 4 Years
Somewhere, in another universe, I never switched majors in college. I finished my teaching and vocal performance degrees, graduating with honors and taught high school music. I would sing in regional professional choirs. Maybe I'd even teach students private voice … Read More »
REDBOOK Magazine Presents “The Truth About Trying”
I'm so thrilled I can finally spill the beans. Check your local newsstand. Pick up a copy of this month's REDBOOK. Turn to page 86. I was one of several women interviewed for their article, The Invisible Pain of Infertility. This groundbreaking campaign was produced in … Read More »
Belated Time Warp Tuesday: Broadway Baby
Tuesday, Thursday... sometimes I have a little dyslexia when it comes to dates. It's another Time Warp Tuesday post. This week's theme: Song Lyrics. Kathy has challenged us to find a post from our archives that featured song lyrics and to reflect on them and where we are … Read More »
Announcing the Infertility Is Blog Contest!
Here's my latest video project, this time for RESOLVE of New England: I've gotta say... I'm really proud of this video project :) In conjunction with their Annual Fertility Treatment, Donor Choices and Adoption Conference, RESOLVE of New England is launching an Infertility Is … Read More »