Day 37, Still Waiting

It’s been 37 days since IVF was cancelled. 37 days. To move forward, my body needs to ovulate and get rid of the cyst that they found 37 days ago and I need to start my period. I contacted my nurse on day 35 and she suggested I come back into the clinic for blood […]

The Perfect Dress

I am standing still. And because I am standing still, I am beginning to obsess about ridiculous things. At the moment, I am frantically trying to find the ‘perfect’ dress for a charity gala we’re attending this upcoming Friday night. I’ve messengered my friend who invited us multiple times. I’ve texted my husband to interpret […]

Mother’s Day Grief

Mother’s Day is in 11 days. I am a mother to a beautiful, energetic, witty, 3 (nearly 4) year-old girl. And yet, when making plans for our annual celebration with family, I was struck with pangs of grief. Why? Why does a lump form in my throat when I picture myself honoring this routine, yet […]