Adventures in ultrasound-ing

We are moving onward kids, finally!  Today when I told Dr. Bopp it's been a long time coming, he said good things come to those who wait.  The day didn't start off to badly, got to sleep in and run a couple errands before heading to Midwest for my appointment.  I was just north of the Daleville exit when my tire pressure warning came on, and the number went down...fast.  Rather than panic, I just kept saying, "God, just get me off the interstate safely!"  I'm very proud to say that no tears were shed!  Granted, I did call mom and tell her to leave ASAP because Nurse Allison had said the schedule was packed so go ahead and come as soon as we could.  After Allison talked to Bopp, she called me back and said they would work me in and get there safely.  Super Mom to the rescue, so we headed to Indy.  The car was safely parked in the gas station lot, and getting my ultrasound done was more important at the moment.  
I greatly appreciate the staff at Midwest Fertility!  From the friendly face at the sign desk (America who was the sweetheart that answered my panicked phone calls mid-flat!) to the nurses and Dr. Bopp, everyone was so sweet, encouraging, and feeling the pain of a flat tire.  Mom hung out in the waiting room because a saline ultrasound is not something you need an audience for!  Dr. Bopp and Nurse April were with me for the ultrasound.  There was a 2 millimeter spot that was not in an area of concern, but then after looking around he said it was the catheter.  WOOHOO!  That means the uterus is still clear and ready for some embryos to transfer.  With a high five, Dr. Bopp went out to help other patients and I sat thankful for another answered prayer.  Allison went over injections with me, mixing meds, when I give what, and showed me the different needles.  Good times in store!  
Throughout the day, I'd been updating Facebook with my drama.  I was so thankful and felt the love as my friends and family sent prayers and words of encouragement.  After posting we are moving ahead with IVF in November, we were once again greeted with an outpouring of love, prayers, and kind words.  That's one of the reasons I'm so thankful we have been open with our journey...the support we receive really gets us through!
For now, it's back to my munchkins and trying to get plans done and ready for being out for all my appointments.  While I miss my Allen friends, I am so thankful for my move to preschool.  I work with awesome ladies and love my little kiddos.  While I am exhausted by  the end of each day, I still can say I really LOVE what I do.  (It helps that Allison said one caffeinated beverage daily is safe, so my two baby diet cokes are approved! This may help the yawning daily at 3:00!)
The tire saga isn't quite complete yet, we went back to the car when Joe got home.  I observed the process of changing a tire, just in case I ever have to do it myself.  (What are the odds of me actually doing that?!)  Joe finally got the flat one off, and the donut got us home.  He's taking it to fixed in the morning and I'm a truck driving girl for a day or two.  
That's the adventure in baby-making for today!   Dumb flat tire didn't ruin my day or our great news!
For my friends that pray for us and are specific...now we just are thankful for good news, pray for productivity between now and the start of our cycle, pray for me as I brave the needles!  Long term, we pray for healthy embryos so we have two to transfer, and that at least one of those little ones sticks and stays!  
The Cade Foundation awarded 6 grants for 2013, we are excited for these families as they start their journey.  We won't be able to attend the banquet this year because of our cycle timing, but will be with them in spirit!
Love to all and thanks for the prayers & support~
Sarah & Joe

One step at a time

Things are getting real with this IVF!  It's exciting and scary as we prepare for our cycle.  We've waited so long, and now it's really happening...so thankful!
I go this Thursday for another saline ultrasound to make sure everything is still clear from the surgery in May.  Please pray that there are no new polyps and Dr. Bopp will say we are ready to rock and roll come November!  After the fun of the ultrasound, I get to learn about giving myself the different injections....not so much am I looking forward to that part!  I'm trying to remember that whole "Don't be anxious about anything," but it can be scary when it comes to needles.  As we move forward I will need extra prayers for calm hands as I poke myself!  
Our infectious blood work came back, so that was another thing to check off the to do list.  For some reason they didn't receive a copy of Joe's paperwork, so I'm hand delivering his on Thursday.  
Based on my calculations, we have about four weeks until the real fun begins.  It's so exciting to finally be ready to move ahead!  It is easy to get caught up in the "what if's" relating to our cycle, but that would drive me crazy and we know that wouldn't be a far trip.  We are going on seven years with infertility and I truly believe we were given this journey for a reason.  I have never been one to be quiet about anything, so maybe God is using that gift so I can help others know infertility is a real medical condition and that it can be dealt with.  I am so thankful for a husband who has been behind 110% through all of this fertility stuff.  It's not easy dealing with me in general, but throw some hormones on that and Joe Jones deserves a medal of honor.  I am thankful he's always the voice of reason, encouragement, or is just there to get me through a melt down!  We hope that by sharing our story and being open, we will be able to help other couples travelling this bumpy road.
Joe has exciting news, he is now just working at Walls Furniture!  Saturday was his last day at Great Sounds!
Enough rambling but if you are reading this blog, odds are good you can follow my ADD!  Thanks to everyone for the continued love, support, and prayers as we move closer to our IVF cycle.  Please pray for no polyps this Thursday!  (Also, say a prayer for my preschool friends.  The Head Start review is this week!  I am blessed to work with some fabulous people!)
Have a wonderful week~
Sarah & Joe