The days pass so quickly during summertime. Liliana and I spend most of our time outdoors, mainly at Chadwick Family Pool. If you haven't picked up this little tidbit in previous posts, we love the water! For the first time ever, Liliana swam with her arms and legs last night. I was so thrilled! She may be swimming without floaties by the end of the summer. Wouldn't that be something?!
This morning we enjoyed a free movie at the Mills Regal Theater. Much to my surprise, Liliana made it through the entire show. She started squirming an hour into the flick, so I gave her a See's caramel lollipop...and that kept her busy for another 30 minutes. The movie, Doogal, was relatively entertaining, with plenty of jokes and references that adults could enjoy. There were a few times when I was the only person laughing in the entire theater. I prefer to think that I'm the only one who grasped the humor...but there may be a better explanation.
After a full week of exercising and eating right (other than that carton of Blue Bunny Super Chunky Cookie Dough ice cream), I'm feeling pretty good. I've been gearing up for the Komen Race for the Cure by walking each morning with Liliana in the backpack. Carrying that extra 36 lbs. definitely makes a difference. The race is Saturday morning, and we'll be joining a friend and breast cancer survivor on the course.
Each evening, I alternate Pilates and weights. A couple nights ago, Wade joined my Pilates session. Let me just say that the cameras should have been rolling. The man is a soccer genius, but he has some room for improvement when it comes to graceful motion. If you're interested in some uproarious laughter, join us tonight around 8:30pm for the next session!
Hope you're having as much fun as we are! Blessings, Ramona
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Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Monday, May 14, 2007
Adventures in Infertility
Well, it's been a weekend of processing, grieving and binging on Hostess Crumb Donettes, Houlihan's Stuffed 'Shrooms and Diet Wild Cherry Pepsi. I am now back to my healthy ways and ready to face the world again.
After prayerful consideration and collaboration with our trusty caregivers, Wade and I have determined that our next episode of Adventures in Infertility will be take place in mid-July. It will be a double feature entitled, "Frozen Embryo Transfer x 2." I'm waiting for Dr. Silber's people to contact my people to talk finances and firm dates.
Although the cost of FET is much less than IVF, it's definitely not pocket change. I considered setting up a trust fund to help with the medical bills, but instead decided this would be a great opportunity to encourage the sale of Wade's contraband motorcycle. If anyone is interested, it's a striking royal blue 1982 Yamaha Maxim 750 in great condition with less than 16K miles. Place your bids in the comment section!
As you can tell, I'm doing much better today. A big part of the reason is that there seems to be some hope with the dire family situation I mentioned Friday. I'd love to expound further, but it's a private matter--too sensitive to put on a blog. If you feel led, please pray that there is a positive resolution for a couple I love dearly. God will know who you're talking about!
Thanks again for all of the uplifting comments and prayers. A special shout out to Dave and Kate, who brought us a gorgeous plant and loving words. Also, thanks to Wade's parents for lovely outside dining at Houlihan's...a much needed break from reality!
Bless you all, Ramona
After prayerful consideration and collaboration with our trusty caregivers, Wade and I have determined that our next episode of Adventures in Infertility will be take place in mid-July. It will be a double feature entitled, "Frozen Embryo Transfer x 2." I'm waiting for Dr. Silber's people to contact my people to talk finances and firm dates.
Although the cost of FET is much less than IVF, it's definitely not pocket change. I considered setting up a trust fund to help with the medical bills, but instead decided this would be a great opportunity to encourage the sale of Wade's contraband motorcycle. If anyone is interested, it's a striking royal blue 1982 Yamaha Maxim 750 in great condition with less than 16K miles. Place your bids in the comment section!
As you can tell, I'm doing much better today. A big part of the reason is that there seems to be some hope with the dire family situation I mentioned Friday. I'd love to expound further, but it's a private matter--too sensitive to put on a blog. If you feel led, please pray that there is a positive resolution for a couple I love dearly. God will know who you're talking about!
Thanks again for all of the uplifting comments and prayers. A special shout out to Dave and Kate, who brought us a gorgeous plant and loving words. Also, thanks to Wade's parents for lovely outside dining at Houlihan's...a much needed break from reality!
Bless you all, Ramona
Monday, February 26, 2007
Let the Games Begin!
It's official! Today we paid the deposit on our next IVF treatment. Our target dates are April 29th & May 2nd (egg retrieval and embryo transfer, respectively). This long process actually begins with the start of my next cycle. With this online journal, you'll have a front row seat to all of the action.
Today is Wade's birthday, and he has bronchitis, pharyngitis, and some other kind of "itis." Poor baby! Liliana seems to be feeling much better, while I have the 24/7 kind of nausea that makes me leary of eating. The bright side: instant diet!
Funny: Liliana just exclaimed, "Mom, come check me out!" Then she said with a serious tone, "Don't worry, Mom." Both phrases made me laugh, and then I began to wonder: since when did she graduate from saying "Mommy" to plain ol' "Mom?" Is she suddenly too mature for "Mommy?" Good grief!
Another Funny: This morning from her carseat Liliana remarked, "Hello, McFly!" (from Back to the Future as relayed by Mommy--oh, I'm sorry...Mom." She's two going on 20 sometimes!
Happy 24 watching tonight, my fellow addicts!
Today is Wade's birthday, and he has bronchitis, pharyngitis, and some other kind of "itis." Poor baby! Liliana seems to be feeling much better, while I have the 24/7 kind of nausea that makes me leary of eating. The bright side: instant diet!
Funny: Liliana just exclaimed, "Mom, come check me out!" Then she said with a serious tone, "Don't worry, Mom." Both phrases made me laugh, and then I began to wonder: since when did she graduate from saying "Mommy" to plain ol' "Mom?" Is she suddenly too mature for "Mommy?" Good grief!
Another Funny: This morning from her carseat Liliana remarked, "Hello, McFly!" (from Back to the Future as relayed by Mommy--oh, I'm sorry...Mom." She's two going on 20 sometimes!
Happy 24 watching tonight, my fellow addicts!
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