Growing Our Own Garden: Easter Decor Inspiration Linky!!!

May 17: Egg Retrieval
April 20. 2012: Started a new IVF cycle.
December 20, 2011: I miscarried.
December 19, 2011: Our BETA was only 328. The doctor suspects miscarriage and I will be going in to rule out a tubal pregnancy.
December 17, 2011: I began bleeding and cramping. Called the doctor's office and would be going in on Monday for another blood test.
December 12, 2011: Our BETA increased to 125. Our Christmas Miracle is right on track.
December 8, 2011: POSITIVE blood test! BETA 18
November 29, 2011: We had our frozen embryo transfer. Two blastocysts transferred.
August 17, 2011: The ultrasound revealed that our baby was at least a week behind in growth and the doctor shared that we should expect a miscarriage.
August 15, 2011: We had our first fetal ultrasound. We didn't hear a heartbeat, our baby was behind on growth.
August 1, 2011: We had another blood test and discovered that my Beta number had MORE than doubled within the past four days and it was at 601. Maybe twins???
July 28, 2011: This is a day I will NEVER forget...we are PREGNANT!!! My Beta number was at 96.
July 2011: Had 11 eggs retrieved on the 14th (7 eggs fertilized, 4 made it to blastocyst stage). We had our Day 5 transfer on the 19th.
June 2011: Started another round of IVF.
June 2010: Had a colonscopy and discovered that the new medication has healed my colon 100%. PRAISE!
May 2010: Attended an Adoption Agency Orientation, paid our application fee, and started working on our Adoption/Life Book.
August 2010: Saving for one last multi-IVF cycle before pursuing adoption.
August 2010: Dr. Fox removed my Endometriosis, repaired my septate uterus, and discovered a malfunction with my fallopian tubes.
May 2010: Dr. Fox diagnosed me with Endometriosis and scheduled surgery in August.
April 2010: Participated in a Clomid Challenge to determine if I have Endometriosis.
March 2010: Our Home Study is FINALIZED and OFFICIAL!
January 2010: Believing and trusting that God will bring us a miracle!
November 14, 2009: Home Study for adoption!
October 29, 2009: Consult with Dr. Fox to start a multi-cycle IVF program...4 IVF's!!
October 7, 2009: Received another BFN after the second cycle of Clomid and IUI.
September 9, 2009: Took a HPT and received a BFN!
August 26, 2009: Insemination day! We had five eggs that measured 23, 20, 16, 15, and 13 mm.
August 5, 2009: Had a consult with our doctor and made plans for an IUI with clomid next cycle.
May 23, 2009: The DH's surgery results were GOOD! All counts are UP!! We're going to try naturally for two more cycles!
May 20, 2009: Embolization follow-up appointment. May 2, 2009: Attending a fertility seminar and praying for one of the FREE IVF's!!! Update...no free IVF for us. Still trying for a natural pregnancy!
February 25, 2009: Embolization surgery (4 coils)
February 9, 2009: Urologist consult.
November 2008: Working on raising the money for our next IVF by creating an Etsy Store and starting a Chip-In on our Be Thou a Knight blog.
October 2008: Attending a fertility seminar and praying for one of the FREE IVF's!!! Update..no FREE IVF for us, but three lucky couples walked away from the seminar ecstatic!
October 2008: We found out that my school district decided not to offer the new upgraded insurance. So we are back to saving for our next IVF.
October 2008: Our new insurance kicks in and will cover more infertility costs.
April 2008: We received our 2nd BFN.
March 2008: We started our 2nd IVF process. We retrieved 8 eggs and transfered 5 embryos.
December 2007: We received our 1st BFN.
November 2007: We started our 1st IVF process. We retrieved 8 eggs and transfered 3 embryos.
September 2007: We tried IUI for the 2nd time.
February 2007: We had a fertility consultation.
December 2006: We tried IUI for the 1st time.
April 2006: We started trying to concieve.
September 2005: We got married!!!

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Easter Decor Inspiration Linky!!!

I love decorating for the holidays and Easter is NO exception! Unfortunately, I'm having a hard time finding cute Easter decorations and ideas. These are the decorations I have so far...

I created a Linky below for you to share all your Easter Decor because I could always use your inspiration and ideas...

Someday Crafts

Seven Clown Circus

Extraordinary Mothers

Tales from Bloggeritaville

A Southern Daydreamer

The Shabby Chic Cottage

24 comments:

michelle ellis said...: That wreath is so cute!!! Are those cupcake wrappers? I must make one!; March 17, 2010 at 9:43 AM
Debbiedoos said...: You certainly have a beautiful start!~ I linked up, hope to inspire you and some others:); March 17, 2010 at 9:49 AM
Lori said...: I always love to see your idea!!
I just took some pics of my Easter decor, i will be participating in this!!; March 17, 2010 at 10:33 AM
Denise said...: I love your sweet pictures, I really need to buy more Easter/Spring decor! We have a Shih Tzu, I'm gonna check out that link ;)
Have a wonderful day
hugs
Denise; March 17, 2010 at 11:10 AM
Reid said...: Thanks for stopping in! I'm going to link up. I've stumbled across your blog before and read your TTC story. I know the pain, although not as extensive! Thinking of you!
Reid; March 17, 2010 at 2:06 PM
Michelle @ Sweet Something Design said...: Great decor! I love the little wreath! Great job! Thanks for inviting me over!
Michelle; March 18, 2010 at 2:25 AM
Martha said...: What cute Easter decor!; March 18, 2010 at 8:44 AM
Marigene said...: Adorable wreath!; March 18, 2010 at 12:36 PM
Carolyn @ My Backyard Eden said...: What a great variety of Easter decorations! I need to get going on mine this week.

Thanks for linking up to Make it Yours Day at My Backyard Eden!; March 18, 2010 at 8:59 PM
The Charm of Home said...: I like your wreath too.
Win Rachael Ray Bake ware at my blog.
Thanks!
Sherry; March 19, 2010 at 10:24 AM
KimMalk said...: You have some cute things. I like the big chick in the back yard and the eggs in the cloche.; March 19, 2010 at 8:31 PM
Lori said...: love the three carrots in the jar. So simple and sweet.; March 20, 2010 at 8:26 AM
* The Design Confidential said...: Thanks for hosting! Hope you will join my party as well, links are submitted via email rayanturner@gmail.com and are posted in my PROJECT: LIBRARY all the time for anyone to peruse.; March 20, 2010 at 11:14 AM
Chubby Chieque said...: Great decors to make your settings fab.

Happy w/end.; March 20, 2010 at 6:44 PM
Kristi Flanagan said...: Thanks for inviting me to link. Hey, I love the music on your site! I'm sorry to hear about your friends son. I have a daughter that has had many painful procedures and will have more so there is a special place in my heart for this mom!

Hey, I'd like to invite you to start linking at my new blog party and plant a "creative seed" at "Plant a Punkin Seed Party and Punkin Seed Productions"

Kristi; March 21, 2010 at 12:01 PM
Lyndsey said...: Such cute stuff!I love Easter decor - thanks for the comment :) I love your cute little carrots and the bowls are so adorable!!; March 21, 2010 at 5:33 PM
Stephanie Lynn @Under the Table and Dreaming said...: What a gorgeous wreath and fabulous eggs! So inspiring! Thanks for the invite - So happy to link up! Happy Spring - Thanks for hosting!; March 21, 2010 at 6:06 PM
Emily {Frilly Details} said...: Thanks for hosting the Link Party!! Can't wait to see everyone's creations :); March 21, 2010 at 11:16 PM
Kelley said...: I think you've got some great Easter going on!

Have a good week!; March 22, 2010 at 4:43 PM
Jane B. said...: Beautiful Easter Decorations! Thanks for linkin' up to Frugalicious Friday! And I followed too! :)

Jane @ Finding Fabulous; March 23, 2010 at 11:15 AM
michelle@somedaycrafts said...: I love the round up. I am linking to this at somedaycrafts.blogspot.com; March 26, 2010 at 6:02 PM
Southern Fried Gal said...: So happy to have found your blog. You have inspired me (both in decor and in spirit). Have a blessed weekend!; March 26, 2010 at 9:36 PM
angelina said...: i love your wooden eggs!; March 26, 2010 at 11:15 PM
Linda@CraftaholicsAnonymous said...: very fun decor!!
Linda; April 3, 2010 at 10:18 AM

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Easter Decor Inspiration Linky!!!

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