New Thinking

Hi All,

Well I thought I would update my blog, seeing as I haven't for quite some time.

On the 25'th of February I had laproscopic surgery to address some of my health issues. I had a hystoctomy, DNC, dye test and ovarian drilling. Michael and I have joked that I went in for the "Works Burger". The operation went really well and after alot of stress waiting for the results of the pathology, we received the wonderful news that my lining was not cancerous (as this was a possibilty).

Before the operation I had been bleeding for 4 months continually, a couple of days after the operation and the bleeding stopped. Wahoo! :)

Our fertility doctor was able to see everything that was going on and get a better idea of what situation we were in. Most of what we had heard already was true. At this stage we have about a 40% chance of success with IVF.

It's amazing how you your focus can change, after receiving the news that I did not have any cancerous cells, I was just so grateful. I realised that I wanted to enjoy my life. Not hang around upset waiting for a baby. So I made a conscious decision to make plans for my/our future that didn't include a child.

I have applied for University to study Journalism, something I have been wanting to do for a while. I find out this Thursday whether I got into the university that I chose. I have also focused on working with my local Liberal National Party State Candidate on her campaign and become more involved in the Young Liberal National Movement. I enjoyed attending the Annual Gala Ball in April.

I am enjoying life, it doesn't mean I don't have moments where the reality of our infertility hits me like a bus, but I try to remind myself to be grateful about all the small things.

Today I am grateful for the clean air we breath in this beautiful country I call home.

Still hoping,
Tash