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I Won’t Give Up

Feb 5th, 2012
by Krissi.
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I was recently on Aly’s blog, The Infertility Overachievers, where she now writes about raising two IVF miracles. I loved her newest post The New Sound of Infertility because I have lots of similar thoughts. She also included a link to  a beautiful song “I Won’t Give Up” by Jason Mraz that I wanted to repost here for my Blog Love post a day early. It really resonates with me and the struggles I’ve had with infertility.  I especially love the part, “I don’t want to be someone who walks away so easily. I’m here to stay and make the differences that I can make…” because it stikes a chord with everything I am still trying to do for the IF community. And I love the part, “At least we did intend for us to work, we didn’t break, we didn’t burn. We had to learn how to bend without the world caving in. I had to learn what I’ve got and what I’m not and who I am.” It made me cry and smile so big at the same time! This just very well may be your new empowerment song! I love it!! ;-)

So, in the words of the song, “I won’t give up on us, even if the skies are rough. I’m giving you ALL my love. I’m still looking up!” Have an amazing week!


Chime in on other songs that really resonate with you. I’d love to hear them!

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A Sprinkle of Baby Dust

Jan 30th, 2012
by Krissi.
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OK, either I need to update my links more regularly or something is in the air again! Remember the post from last March (–> This one right here: What the hey?) where I was attempting to do my blog love post and choosing random blog links and they all ended up preggers and I was convinced everyone was drinking the water, ya know the water the fertiles warn you not to drink or you’ll wind up instantly pregnant? The same magical water we wish we could bottle and give away for free to all our friends?  Well, tonight, it has happened again!! That’s right, I just switched over so many more links to my successful list…so, using the same words from that other post,  “I’m sure I could keep searching for a TTC blogger who needs a little love tonight, (and if you’re out there, here’s my LOVE to all of you collectively), but there’s a wondrous cosmic baby dust cloud hanging over my computer and I don’t want to test fate at the moment. Maybe it’ll reach your corner of  cyberspace!” ;-)

*It’s important to note that while I’m always ecstatic for any previous IFers but now pregnant/mommy bloggers I stumble on, and it would be nice to spread some congratulatory love their way in a blog love post, I usually tend to reserve those for my success stories on Sundays. If you’ve been successful, I’d love to share your story! I’m always looking for more inspiration to spread around. Go to this post: Calling All Success Stories! Thanks so much in advance!

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Lovin’ Her Royal Fabulousness, The Stork Diaries, and The Childless Mom

Jan 23rd, 2012
by Krissi.
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Happy New Year!

Today is Chinese New Year or a new Lunar year and it’s the year of the dragon which my husband tells me is the luckiest sign of the zodiac. So, with that being said, I really hope this is an extremely lucky year for all of you and 2012 is YOUR year! ;-)

If you’re here from ICLW, please go to my welcome post below. Now, it’s time for Blog Love, ICLW style!

First up, I’m lovin’ #4: Her Royal Fabulousness who blogs at Waiting For Little Feet.  In her newest post, sooooo slooooow, she’s writing about the slow and steady process of her first IVF cycle so far with a link to a great DOORS song. She also has a welcome ICLW post to learn more about her. And in Everything’s Coming Up Millhouse, she is getting and showing some love and adding a link to a really cool song by OK Go. So, go give her some more right now and wish her some luck with this cycle!

Next we have, #32, The Stork Diaries. In her newest post, The Labyrinth, she is discussing the timing, the questions, and the fears we may all think about from time to time but never really say out loud. She has a rather funny post called 5 Facebook Statuses You’ll Probably Never Post but Should that you must read for a laugh or two! The Stork Diaries also recently had a birthday and she writes about who she was as a teenager with a sister-in-law experiencing infertility and what she wish she could have understood then but does now. It’s quite a poignant post. Go send her some birthday love with a virtual hug!

And last but certainly not least, we have #51, The Childless Mom. In her newest post, Sometimes, I just shake my head, she explains some of the craziness in just one portion of her day. She has another crazy post in My Cell Phone’s Out where she writes about the stresses of getting meds on time for her IVF cycle, and I can totally relate to that! There’s more to this story in Let’s Hypothetically say I make guns. Go send her some good wishes for this cycle!

Go check out these ladies and all on the ICLW list and send them some love!

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Creme de Le Creme and The New Year

Dec 28th, 2011
by Krissi.
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Before we begin here, have you heard about my InJewels giveaway? It ends December 31st! :-)  


Creme

 
  Have you heard about Stirrup Queens’ Creme de le Creme list that goes up every January for the past 6 years? Basically, she wants you to pick your very best post of 2011 and submit it here and that’s it, you’ll be on this amazing list. It’s for anyone in the ALI community who writes a blog (even if it’s a pretty new one)! How awesome is that? I am a bit out of the loop so the deadline to be on the list by January 1st was December 15th….but you can still submit until January 5th to be on the list, it just may be a little while. Also, there’s a whole bunch of cool prizes you can win! I just chose the post I thought was my best in 2011 and submitted it. Now, it’s your turn! Take a look through your archives, don’t be shy, and put yourself out there! Oh, and read the Creme de le Creme post to learn more about it!

And after reflection on the past year, we’re about to start a brand new one! So…

Happy New Year!

*Whether you get all glammed up, go out and party like a rock star until midnight, or get jammied up, stay in and cozy up to the one you love while you count down the night–>make it magical.

     There’s something to be said about New Year’s Eve around the world. It’s the one day when you can reflect on the past year and look forward to a new beginning. It’s like starting all over with endless possibilities! So, dream the night away and toast to peace, love and happiness in 2012. Cheers!

*recycled from a past post 
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Believe!

Dec 12th, 2011
by Krissi.
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  It’s another special blog love post for this month. I know with Christmas less than 2 weeks away and Hanukkah in 8 days, it may be hard to have happy thoughts and feel merry and bright. All the commercials are centered around happy kids waiting for Santa, the mailbox may be filling with holiday cards adorned with adorable baby pictures from your family and friends, and every-one’s talking about the perfect gifts to give. But your perfect gift isn’t the one you can wrap up with a big bow and leave under the tree. And most likely, you’re having a hard time believing the happy family holiday you once dreamed of will ever happen. Well, I’m here to boost your beliefs.

   One Christmas (not too long ago) I was feeling very low. Although I already had my one little IVF miracle, I had tried all of that year unsuccessfully with 6 months of natural trying, a chemical pregnancy from a fresh IVF cycle, and a negative result from an FET. I found it hard to believe that we could be anything more than a family of three. And, then the next FET we did after the holiday worked and the following Christmas was the first for my twins who are now 2 years old! Believe in miracles!

I am leaving you this video I had linked to last year. It is a powerful one. My wish is that it gives you some hope…I believe that there’s a change around the corner.

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It’s Coming on Christmas

Dec 5th, 2011
by Krissi.
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  So, It’s Blog Love Monday where I usually feature 3 bloggers at random and write about their happenings in their life according to their most recent blog posts. But this month during the holidays I’ve decided to change things up a bit. I know the holidays are pretty difficult when dealing with infertility. I’ve been there. And, while I would love to give some extra love out there to some ladies, I know you all need a lot of love. So, I’m going to do a little something special each Monday this month to share some blog love to all of you who happen to stop by.

   I was just decorating my tree and started listening to my Christmas play list and heard this song. It’s called River by Sarah McLachlan. It’s pretty old, many of you probably have heard it before. It really is one of my favorites because it carries so much emotion. I wanted to share it with all of you because I think when we are going through infertility, we all wish we had a river we could skate away on, especially when “it’s coming on Christmas“. The lyrics are beautiful. I want you to take it in and remember that we are all here, perhaps hurting and feeling alone.  While everyone is “Cutting down trees, putting up reindeer and singing songs of joy and peace,” all we may want to do is hide and skate away. But, we can have faith. It may be coming on Christmas, but it’s also coming on a new year of possibilities. Believe in the magic of the holiday season and don’t let that slip away.

  Here’s a great video to inspire you while you listen…

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Lovin’ Sara, J.D.W. Montgomery, Katherinebee!

Nov 28th, 2011
by Krissi.
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 It’s Blog Love time! ;-)

  First up, I’m lovin’ Sara from empty whole. She recently wrote about some results from her husband’s hormone tests and is now deciding her next steps in tricks and treats. There has been some changes in her family with gaining/losing a cousin which you can read about here. And a little while ago, lost power but got power restored. Go send her some love!

  Next up is J.D.W. Montgomery from Life’s Breath. She has a wonderful Thanksgiving post which includes a sweet memory of her grandmother and of being thankful. In Dropping the hate: Day 51, and in Day 44, J.D.W. writes with such conviction on all the positive changes she has had like making healthy choices! Love that! Go send her some love and encouragement!

 And lastly, we have Katherinebee who blogs at Waiting for Bee. She has an update on her recent FET cycle which was cancelled due to a thin lining and she is trying to keep her head up and find hope.  In still here,  and Things are tough, Katherinebee is trying to figure out why her last IVF didn’t work out. She really could use a few virtual hugs right about now. Go send her some love! 
(And since my google account won’t let me post a comment there, please tell her I featured her blog here! Thanks so much!) 

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This and That

Nov 21st, 2011
by Krissi.
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  Hi! If you’re here from ICLW and it’s your first time, welcome to my blog! On Sundays, I try to post a success story (so if you’ve been successful and want to share your story and be an inspiration to so many, go to my Q & A format for the details!)

  I am currently having a giveaway for 2 tickets to see an awesome Broadway show called Godspell! Perhaps you’ve heard of it? You (or someone you know who you can win for and give the tickets graciously to as a gift) needs to be in the NY area or have the means to get there! Go to the Godspell Giveaway for more details. It’s such a wonderfully uplifting show! You’ll love it!  **This Giveaway is now closed!**

Tomorrow, I’m reviewing Test Tubes and Testosterone by Michael Suanders, (aka @theIVFdad). It’s a wonderful memoir from the male POV which is so refreshing! So do come back!

  On Mondays, I post a blog love post. You usually need to be on my blog roll and I randomly select you. (So if you’re not, just tell me and I’ll add you on!) During ICLW however, I randomly choose from that list. But today, I am extending a virtual hug to all on the list this month, I will try my hardest to get to most of you with a comment this week.

  And with the holidays coming up, I’m sure everyone likes to talk about what they’re thankful for. Well, I am thankful for my miracles of course. My daughter is now 4 1/2 (via an IVF) and my b/g twins are now 2 (via an FET cycle). You can read more about my journey in my upcoming memoir Ordinary Miracles which will be self published within the next few months. I am also thankful for this amazing online community because you are all so strong and supportive. And, I’m thankful for ICLW because it allows me the opportunity to meet others I may never have stumbled upon.

So, what are you thankful for this year? ;-)

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Godspell Ticket Giveaway!

Nov 14th, 2011
by Krissi.
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Photo credit: Jeremy Daniel

   I just found out that I can give one reader a voucher for 2 tickets to see Godspell which recently opened on Broadway in New York City! I saw it last Thursday and LOVED it (go to Godspell ~ A Review to see my thoughts and a really cool montage video). I’m sure you’ll love it too! I think it will be a wonderful night out (as a little break from the daily stress of your infertility).  So, I’m spreading some blog love tonight with this giveaway which will end next Saturday, the 26th. Pssst…If you want extra discounted tickets to go with your free pair use the code GSPRD719, and you’ll get tickets as low as $79.50 (regular price $125). Here is a direct link to that discount: http://tinyurl.com/GodspellBloggerDiscount.

   Here are the rules for the main entry: In a comment below, tell me why you would love to see the show! (How simple is that?) See below for what you can do for extra entries. Each entry MUST be a separate comment to be counted as a separate entry. Good luck! :-)

  • Tweet about the giveaway: (@stressfreeIF is giving away 2 tickets to see Godspell in NYC!) and link back to this blog post. You can tweet once per day. Please make sure you comment each time.
  • Write a blog post about the giveaway! This will count twice. First, comment that you wrote a blog post and then in a second comment, tell me the url.
  • Follow my blog
  • Like me on Facebook
  • Follow me on Twitter
  • Like Godspell on Facebook
  • Follow Godspell on Twitter

Here is another video from when the cast performed on The David Letterman Show:

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Lovin’ Liz, Lavonne, and manymanymoons!

Nov 7th, 2011
by Krissi.
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   It’s Blog Love time!!

Ok, first up is Liz from Compromised Fertility. In her newest post, she’s catching us up on the latest news. She is hoping to get an FET scheduled soon. Also, she is talking about building her professional career but is not so sure she is strong enough at the moment. But I love when she says, “I know I am a stronger person for the things I have been through.” In another post where she got a positive OPK for the first time, she is wondering if you’ve ever considered being your own RE? And Liz also has some sad news. Her favorite nurse (who supported her so much at her clinic) recently passed away from cancer. Go send her some love, support and good wishes!

  Next up is Lavonne from Our Wish. In Loss of Nothing, she writes about how an adoption lead through a family member fell through and she’s been feeling odd and outraged. In general though, Lavonne is feeling kind of lost in a storm which I know I can relate to. But she does now have a cool mustang which was inspired by her awesome Vegas trip complete with pics! Check it out and send her some love!

  And lastly, we have manymanymoons from Many Many Moons. In her newest post: Aloha and Anniversaries, she is in Hawaii at the moment relaxing by the pool…you could say I’m just a tad jealous.  More exciting news is that she has a potential birth mother narrowing her choices down who is meeting with her adoption agency and it’s also her blogaversary! She has a Thought Vomit Thursday post that’s just a wee-wee bit funny! ;-) And a really sweet post about her wedding song! Go send her some love, good luck, and bon voyage wishes!

Later this week, I will be reviewing the Broadway show Godspell! Come back and check it out!

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