Photos, interviews, and dismay

I've pulled quite a few photos at this point. I am pleasantly surprised that most of the ones already in my favorites list don't look like mutant children. Tonight I think I'll listen to some audio interviews.

Last night I made the first step in telling my niecey-poo what I've been thinking about doing. I admit, I really expected her to be all gung-ho on the idea and one of my biggest supporters. I was rather surprised and puzzled to get the opposite reaction. I know I'm not married and that my job isn't secure. No job is ever really secure, but I can't alter her argument on marriage. I'm not, but I also can't get her to understand how unlikely that feels at 35. If she didn't take it well, I fear how my sister or mom will take the idea. Her insight is that it wouldn't go well with either.

More checkboxes complete!

I also hit the dentist and got that out of the way, nothing remarkable to say there other than that it is done.

Today I faxed my information to Fairfax Cryobank and signed up for three months of access to everything on their site with the exception of adult photos and Keirsey tests, so let the hunt truly begin!

My doctor's office called back saying I could try as soon as three weeks from now, providing my ovulation wouldn't fall on a weekend, and that they would be willing to do two inseminations per ovulation. Talk about things seeming immanent.

So says the PCP

Today I had an appointment with my primary care physician. I've done some research on my own that had a wealth of conflict on the concerns associated with Effexor. Hopefully I won't end up with a constant headache as a result, but we're going to ween me down and off - I really hope I won't be achy this time.

I got to ask my questions and know that I need to axe my allergy meds too. Need to ask them about the weekly shots when I go in. Also got myself a tetanus shot today. Fun, fun.

I was worrying as the timelines said I should have peaked ovulation yesterday (keeping in mind that last month the tests registered ovulation the day before and the day of that peak). It was a short worry however, as the test registered today. I suspect there will be lots of mini-frustrations and worries about how my body is functioning as things progress.

Feeling blah, starting prenatals, and planning

I'm not feeling great today and I didn't take a prenatal last night. It feels a little like cramps, but different and more persistent. What on earth is this body trying to say? I did take the first prenatal tonight however, so we'll see if I feel bad tomorrow too. If so, I can blame it on whatever my issue was today and not the prenatal so I don't get a mental issue with the prenatals.

My copy of What to Expect when you're Expecting arrived today too, so I have something to read since it covers some of the preliminary things you should consider and do.

I also discovered last night that Cryogenics Lab, which was bought by Fairfax Cryobank, lets you see photos etc for free! So, that's kind of cool, I can "shop" there and put off purchasing access for a little while longer. I know already I need to get on the obgyn's calendar and I need to hit the dentist, so I've got some things to get out of the way in the near term.

Another apprehension

Sunday nights I refill my daily pill holder. This week, now that a cycle is over, will start me on prenatal vitamins on Tuesday. I'm a bit nervous about them as I've heard people complain about nightmares and other odd things occurring after they started prenatals. I guess time will tell.

Planning around a vacation?

Ok, they say if you wait until everything is perfect to have a kid you'll never do it, but... but...

There are some factors at play here. While I was away at my sister's over Christmas we realized that my sister was 18 when I was born and I was 18 when my niece was born. Well, guess who turns 18 next February? C'mon, how cool would it be for my plans to play out that she's 18 at the time?

The complication comes from the desire to go on this one awesome cruise. I've been planning on canceling my Alaska cruise that was slated for this August. That was originally a barrier as you cannot be more than 6 months prego when you cruise w/ RC. So, I could have easily started right about now trying to get prego, but would want to wail til May-ish to align w/ my niece's 18th birthday. With that cruise coming off the plate I am seriously desiring one that is in Sept 2012. Now, the kids daycare on board is for at least 6 month olds. Following me?

So, when are good times to manually do the deed?
To happen when niecey-poo is 18: May 1, 2011 - April 15, 2012
To not be past 6 mths prego or under 6 months post for the Sept 2012 cruise:
before June 1, 2011 or after April 1, 2012

That gives me one try in May if I want to do it this year. No pressure to decide, is it? *bites lip*

Day three - indeed?

Well, it's two days prior to when the website suggests I should be ovulating, but I do believe this morning's test was positive. Of course, I'm the first person to laugh at someone who can't read a simple test like this, so I should just say "yes" I ovulated. Next question is how many days will it register as such?