Well, Who Knows?

AF did not visit over the weekend, so I went to this morning's monitoring appointment hoping for answers. The nurse took blood and then I had my very first experience with the dildo-cam.

The ultrasound tech was very nice, though I was a bit weirded out that she was very, very pregnant. Um, is it supposed to be some kind of a motivational thing? She wasn't "in your face" about it, never even mentioned it, I just happened to look at her scrubs and there was her bellay. Hmm.

The doc came in (very nice and looks totally like Stanford Blatch from Sex & the City) and they conferred and told me that my left ovary has a cyst but is nothing to worry about. Probably just from a burst egg. The right ovary has lots of pre-follicles. Is that their right or my right? Should've asked that.

They did not see a gestational sac, but said that it could just be early, so no definitive answers yet. Waiting for my call back to see what my hormone levels are and what the doc wants to do.

Thanks for all your support on plans and exercising! I've exercised at least 30 minutes every day since Thursday! Go me!

Woman with a Plan, G-D laughs

I called the nurse at Giant Fertility Clinic this morning and told her my story, sad but true. She remarked that it was very unusual for me, but that it was possible that I might not have ovulated or might have ovulated late. She scheduled me for a blood test and perhaps an ultrasound on Monday to see what's going on. If I see AF this weekend, I just cancel.

Also told my nurse (who then related the tale to my doctor) about Dr. Az-hat. They both apologized, but stressed the need for John Dear to get a full workup and SA. Doc suggested a new urologist, assuring me that this one was very nice and would not be an az-hat. I hope so.
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I took a journey on the treadmill last night for 30 minutes, in addition to taking The Boy for a long walk. I'm going to make this longer walking path our regular path from now on. I was worried that going on the treadmill so late in the day would keep me awake, but there were no problems there. (My only problem was the book that I'm currently listening to and the fact that I was listening about torture procedures in the 1950s while trying to fall asleep. Apparently, not the greatest idea I've ever had).

I've been bringing my sneakers to work with me all this week, but as yet have not gone walking. I plan to do so today; that way, I won't have to go on the treadmill tonight.

What's Goin' On?

Seriously, cause I have no idea right now. Negative sticks on Tuesday morning and Tuesday evening. But, I still haven't seen AF.

Didn't take any tests yesterday, nor this morning. No AF.

Dizziness and nausea ended on Tuesday morning to be replaced by mild cramps on Tuesday afternoon. AF, still a no show.

This morning, nausea returned. An hour ago, dizziness returned. AF could at least have let me know something by now. I'm available by phone or email. It's been a couple of days, she's actually being pretty rude.

Told John Dear that if AF hasn't shown up by tomorrow morning, that I will call my nurse at Giant Fertility Clinic and ask for a blood test.

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In related news, I now weigh 5 billion pounds. This puts my BMI to about 100.2. If AF does come and we need to do IUI, GFC has a weight limit, meaning that I'll have to drop some serious weight or figure out a way to grow 10 feet taller before they will go ahead. I just haven't found anything that's worked for me in my life right now. Apparently, just paying for a Weight Watchers' membership does not help you to lose weight. I wish someone had told me that. Sheesh.

WFMW - Favorite Online Stores

Welcome to Works-for-Me Wednesday, everyone! Today, Shannon has asked us to list our favorite online stores.

Gifts
Uncommon Goods - a wonderful, quirky store that has lots of different kinds of gifts. I've been buying from them for several years (after hearing about them in Lucky Magazine). Never had a problem and you get to donate part of the purchase price to a choice of charities.

Red Envelope - the gift store that has something for everyone. Red Envelope can be on the expensive side, but I've found that if you need a gift fast, they are really great about rushing shipment.

Makeup
Sephora - my first, my last, my everything. Three free samples with every purchase. 'Nuff said.

Shoes
Aerosoles - I have a very wide foot, so this is usually my first place when looking for shoes. It seems like they have a new special every other day. Very quick shipment and easy to return.

Nine West - Beautiful shoes and great search parameters. Sometimes on the expensive side, so I use this site more as a "look book" to see what's in fashion this season.

Plus-Size Clothes
Lane Bryant - my go-to store. I'm in love with their suits. Good deals on underthings too. Recently, they've been pumping up their selection with more exercise clothes, sweats and maternity clothes.

Nordstrom - an unusual choice, as most of their plus-size clothing was horrible in the past. I believe they have new buyers now, so the cool factor of their clothes has been improving. I've been getting some wonderful cocktail dresses and summer dresses here. Plus, a great selection of shoes.

Jessica London - found this site while surfing Amazon a couple years ago. Generally not my style, but every so often you hit a gold mine of what you are looking for.

Old Navy - great casual clothes, usually pretty cheap.

Land's End - my destination for winter coats and bathing suits.

That's a Big Fat No, Chief

Took a test this morning; it's negative. It may just be early, but I'm trying not to pin all my hopes on that fact (umm, it may be a bit late for that).

Told John Dear, who did not take it well. He wants to stay home from work, lie in bed all day and cry. He's also talking about how he's a child who plays video games all day and why be a man because he's a huge failure.

I don't think he's a failure. I just don't think that this will happen for us in the traditional way. If it does, great. But there was a plan in place before these last couple of days, and we'll stick with that.

Told him that if I don't have a "definite no" tonight, that I will go buy more tests (b/c this morning's test was my last one in stock). We'll see. This just stinks.

Pins & Needles

Um, um, um. Afraid if I say anything that I will be tempting fate. Afraid if I don't say anything that I will explode into a million pieces of anticipation. We've done this waiting dance before. Just one day more. Dear G-D, please let this work.

Bloggy Giveaway Winner!!

Thank you to all who participated in my bloggy giveaway this week. I use these giveaways as an opportunity to meet more people through their blogs; hopefully, you will do the same.

Thanks to Random.org for selecting the winner of the Fanch print. The winner is...

Robynl

YAY!!

So congratulations to Robynl and good luck to everyone in the other giveaways this week! Robynl, I will be contacting you via email (thank you for including it) to send you the print.