I had one of those moments a couple weeks ago when the scars of infertility felt fresh and the why us questions started to hit again. I think everyone who has experienced infertility has moments like this. In the past month I’ve had two more of our weekly play group moms announce they are pregnant, one of which was less than thrilled about it which I think was why that announcement was difficult for me. Everyone else with the exception of one mom in our weekly group is already pregnant and expecting their second child. I am happy for each of them and their families but couldn't help but feel a bit on the sidelines suddenly.
I’ve said before that perspective really is everything, and I was given a healthy dose of that just when I needed it that same day when I saw
Sevenly’s reminder that someone is praying for the thing you take for granted. It made me stop and think about all the incredible things I have in my life to be thankful for. I also have to remind myself occasionally to trust in the journey that God has for our family, which is not always easy given the difficulty of the challenges sometimes put before us. I’m trying though and focusing on enjoying the present moment. Also, I've recently seen friends who have had children very close together (two kids in diapers!?!?) and it’s been incredibly challenging for them, so I’m thinking maybe waiting just a bit isn’t so bad after all. We’re still on track to try again towards the end of the summer or beginning of fall, but for now I’m thinking the bigger age gap will be a positive for our family.
In terms of sleep at our house at least the nights are back to normal with Ian sleeping through the night, which is so wonderful! He had dropped his naps for a couple of weeks which was exhausting, but he got sick a couple weeks ago and now has picked the whole napping thing back up so we’re hopeful that continues. Hard to believe he’ll be two in two weeks now!!!!
Ian is such a little outdoorsman and we both love all of the recent opportunities to be outside. He is becoming more expressive and completely cracks us up sometimes with his little mannerisms. He is such an incredibly sweet natured little man, and with the exception of the occasional toddler tantrum, he is still our calm, chill little guy. I had very casually started potty training with him by just purchasing one of
these seats to put on the toilet and letting him try it so that he could get comfortable with it not at all intending for him to actually start using it. Well, shockingly, he’s actually pooped in the toilet using this on a somewhat regular basis already! I’m not pushing it too hard but when I see it looks like he might be ready to go I ask him if he wants to use the potty and he typically replies yes. I definitely don’t expect him to be totally trained in the near future but am just thrilled there have been a few less poops for me to clean up!
Otherwise we’re enjoying summer and looking forward to lots of pool time and fun in the sun! We've already had some visitors and are so excited for the other friends and family planning to come stay with us while visiting the KC area this summer.
Completely random side note, but for those of you who don’t know I became a
Thirty-one consultant back in November, primarily because I love their products so much, and since we’d moved I didn't have my local consultant anymore to host parties with. Plus now I get a discount so it’s a win-win for me! So the point I was getting to…I’m able to host fundraisers for those of you who might be in need to raise funds for infertility treatments or adoption. If you want further info just let me know. Seriously, no pressure, just thought I’d put it out there in case any of you might be interested. And you don’t have to live in the same area either. Obviously infertility treatment and adoption are causes very close to my heart and I’d love to help if it's something that could benefit you and your family!
Just a few recent pics to share...
Ha...our recent attempt at a family pic, of course he chooses to stick his finger up his nose ;)
