Now That I've Got A Blog...

I thought I'd post some random musings about what I've learned since we started trying to become 1 + 1 = 3

Infertility (IF) sucks.  It really does.  But when life hands me sour grapes I always try to make wine.  So what have I learned thus far? 

• A pregnancy is precious.  When I see pregnant friends or family or even strangers I can appreciate how precious their pregnancy is (even if the preggo herself doesn't realize it.)  Before my IF journey I had no idea how fragile and miraculous a pregnancy really is.
• There are far too many women out there on message boards and in blog-land who are struggling with IF.  We are not alone and a virtual hug is always just a few keystrokes away.   Thank you to the ladies who have hugged me and offered words of advice and support.  I wouldn't know you if I bumped into you on the street, but you have calmed my fears, eased my pain and answered more questions than you'll ever know.  I couldn't have got through any of this without you.
• Women are amazing beings, this I've always known.  But women dealing with IF, perhaps some of the strongest women ever!
• The best friend in the world is one who will listen to you when you need to talk about your IF pain, even when she is experiencing her own IF struggles.  It's a horrible bond to have to share, but it creates a friendship like no other.

Having said all this, there are days when it feels like life has handed me a big bunch of sour grapes and there is no way to make wine out of them...but those days always pass and I get by with a little help from my friends (virtual and real) and Mr. Scout!