We are in a holding pattern until my surgery in late September. At first I was excited to have a TTC break. I was getting so stressed out by everything and it was nice to not feel the pressure of trying to make everything work. But now, just a few weeks later, I’m feeling impatient and wanting things to move more quickly.
So, I’m trying to take a step back, take a deep breath, and enjoy the moment. Just because I don’t have a baby in my life yet doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy what I do have to the fullest. And so, here is my short list of things I am thankful for:
1) My general health. Aside from my reproductive issues, I am very healthy.
2) My SO. I am so very lucky to have him as a partner.
3) My dog. She makes me smile every day.
4) My family and friends.
5) My job. It may not be perfect, but I am employed and it’s a pretty good gig.
6) Where I live. Northern California is one of the best places on earth.
7) Good food.
8) Yoga and dance.
9) My house and yard.
10) Good literature and movies.
I am very, very fortunate, indeed. If we are lucky, J and I will add a child to our family sometime in the next few years. And we will have been lucky to have this time together, just us and the dog. Once we have a child, life will never be the same. And life, as it is now, is excellent. So instead of focusing so much on what I want, I am going to do my best to cherish this time and appreciate all that I do have.
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