Sharing My Faith, Motherhood, & Mental Health Journeys with Raw Honesty
My husband and I were hoping to try IVF (In Vitro Fertilization). Since nothing else was working, we thought it'd be the logical next step for us. But we weren't expecting a crazy "rest" cycle in between. A rest cycle in which I just ovulated today, on day 56. A rest cycle where we were…
Continue reading ➞ When Things Don’t Go As Planned
My husband, Roy, and I underwent a second IUI (IntraUterine Insemination) procedure earlier today. We're praying that it will be successful and that I will become pregnant, but there is a lot of uncertainty and doubt. We won't find out if the procedure was effective for two weeks. And those two weeks of waiting will…
Continue reading ➞ Hope Mixed with Uncertainty
Father, I need You. Right here, right now, In this very moment... I feel overwhelmed. My heart is racing; My breathing is choppy; My thoughts are out of control. I feel like the weight of the world Is on my shoulders - But I know that it's not. Questions abound, But no answers are forthcoming.…
Continue reading ➞ In This Very Moment
A profitable meeting at DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation) regarding possible job training opportunities. A lovely dinner gathering with great friends around a table of yummy food. And an enjoyable time at church handbell practice, during which I met two goals: have fun, and be "okay" with making mistakes. Yesterday was a good day! And I have…
Continue reading ➞ Blessings to You!
My Loving Heavenly Father, Thank you so much for encouraging me today. Yesterday pretty much sucked; but today gave me hope! I got an answer that I had been waiting for. It was a yes. 🙂 I got some help that I was looking for. I pray that it will propel me forward. And all I can…
Continue reading ➞ A Heartfelt Thank You
