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Grace's Diary Entries Diary Navigation: Choose A Diary Entry -------------------- Latest Entry: 8/9/00 -------------------- 8/2/00 7/26/00 7/19/00 7/10/00 7/7/00 7/5/00 6/27/00 6/21/00 6/14/00 6/6/00 5/30/00 5/22/00 -------------------- Grace's Introduction

July 26, 2000

Another Chance

After everything that we have been through with this unpredictable IVF cycle, we were given another chance. A chance to have the family that we have dreamed of for so long. This news was received with mixed emotions. I know that this will sound crazy, I am pregnant after all, but I know that the road ahead will be a long one. DH actually said that he wished that we could fast-forward to late January, when whatever I am carrying will have reached a state of healthy viability. I guess that I kind of wish that, too.

So many of my friends are pregnant right now with baby number two. Their experiences with pregnancy could not be more different than mine. (For those of you who have forgotten, this is number five for me.) As you can imagine, I am concerned with everything while they just sit back and enjoy the ride. I have never been jealous of the fact that others are pregnant, but at the ease with which they succeed at delivering healthy children.

And I have friends and family who are still trying to have a baby. Ironically, these people would make the very best mothers. Their success means as much to me as my own. I send all who are TTC baby dust.

I have had two beta tests already, and take another next Monday to confirm that the numbers are rising nicely. Then I have an appointment with my high-risk doctor on the 9th and with my RE on the 14th. This pregnancy will be very closely monitored indeed. Words can not express the confidence we have in my medical team.

The very thought fortifies my faith that this may work.

I continue to work on my attitude every day. It is hard for DH and I to feel too hopeful, but the life that is growing inside of me needs our love and support now. We are not taking this opportunity lightly. Whatever has to be done, I will do it. There is no sacrifice too great.

Keep your eye on the prize!

Grace