IVF Girl

My work colleague just had a baby. She had three failed IVF protocols and finally it worked. She had a baby girl. Her name is Patricia. Yesterday my work colleague texted me, “Oh…Beth.” Turns out she was depressed? They don’t call it post partum depression for nothing, right? She was overwhelmed and feeling blue. I [...]

So, my folks and I went to the fair. Of course the little baby came along. She was wonderful. It was very crowded and loud but she really didn’t mind. She people watched and smiled and was just…so happy. I’ve never been to the fair before – with a child. Usually? I went with friends [...]

Ever play that game? Would you rather date Brad Pitt or George Clooney? (George!) Would you rather be stuck in traffic for six hours with air conditioning or walk one half mile in scorching heat to get to your destination? (Walk it, baby. Burn calories, burn.) Would you rather a pet spider or pet snake? [...]

ONE YEAR LATER: One year later, I have my child. One year later, I still remember everything. One year later, I still loathe and I mean LOATHE infertility. One year later, I shudder at the sight of any needle. One year later, I have read many old books watched many old films, gotten in touch [...]