"You should write a book, Keiko." I get this. A lot. Thing is, I would very much like to write a book. I know several wonderful folks who have in fact, written books. Like Mel (who's got a new book out this week!), Lori, Carolyn, and Pamela. Like Aprill, Krissi and Fran. … Read More »
Infertility is the Most Painful Journey of Self-Discovery You’ll Ever Take
I was selfish, fickle, flighty and distracted four years ago. I still am, but the difference today, four years later, is that I recognize these qualities about myself now. I am also brave, strong, bold and empowered. If you told me four years ago I would one day say that … Read More »
I’m Reading: My Life Map
A few weeks ago, I received a copy of Kate and David Marshall's highly engaging and interactive workbook, My Life Map: A Journal to Help You Shape Your Future. I've had some time to read and review it and I have to say, as the days grow darker much earlier, with this strange … Read More »
Say Hello to My NaNoWriMo Novel: “In Shambles”
So far I've managed to write 2,285 of my 50,000 word novel for NaNoWriMo. As I mentioned yesterday, I'm wicked excited about this book because I actually have a plot (with an ending!), character sketches and even a list of key scenes I want to appear throughout the novel. I love … Read More »
I have apparently lost my g-ddamn mind.
It's November 1st. You know what that means. NANOWRIMO, beeyotch! (For those not in the know, NaNoWriMo is short for National Novel Writing Month.) This is my fourth year making a for reals, honest to goodness attempt to "win." The prize? The bragging rights to say I … Read More »
A Perfectly Spooky Moment Monday
Before I get into this morning's Perfect Moment Monday post: to all those in the path of Hurricane Sandy, stay safe. If you get the orders to get out, get out. This lady is not to be trifled with. Seeing pictures of an already flooded Atlantic City, a childhood haunt of mine, has … Read More »
Awesomesauce Around the ALI Blogosphere
This has been a crazy week, for a variety of reasons. There's a lot going on around the ALI blogosphere, so I wanted to make sure you're all in the loop. Check out all the events and fun stuff happening around the fertility web right now: The Creme de la Creme List is Now … Read More »
Processing
When I saw the caller ID on my phone flash "Blocked" I knew it was from the clinic. Ah yes, my fertilization report, I thought. I looked at the clock: a little before 2pm. Finally! When she said we had six embryos, I thought my phone must've cut out. Surely she meant to say … Read More »
CD33: Perfect Moment Monday – In a Blue Moon
This Labor Day weekend was the first I'd had off - really actually had to myself - for the first time since I was probably 4 years old. I've lived my life by the school year calendar, the first chilly morning hints of fall ushering in another year of backpacks, textbooks and new … Read More »
CD30: Steady as she goes + Happy ICLW!
A quick bulleted post today because I'm running around like a madwoman today. If you're here from ICLW, welcome, welcome! Come and stay awhile. I gots lots o'cool things around here. For those just tuning in at home... New here? Here's the scoop: Hi! I'm Keiko. What's … Read More »
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