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@skinnycow: Aw, I'm sorry! . Keeping positive here: Every cycle and every pregnancy is different SO who knows? Until AF is in full swing, I'm going to keep my fingers crossed for you.

How is everyone today?

@paranundrum: I'm getting excited for you ... No spotting and an increase in BBT is encouraging news! I hope to see your BFP soon!

@Sams Mom: Nice temperature jump! . Hoping FF says you OVed. August has been the "wonkiest" month ever for cycles! . How is the ovary that DS beat up? Are you feeling better today?

I'm holding tight at 98.22 (* chart affixed for your viewing pleasure. ), but I'm hoping for a temp "rise" soon. If it dips or drops, I don't think I'll POAS this month simply to avoid seeing a BFN. It has actually started to induce panic attacks in me so I figured I'd remove the catalyst for my attacks by ONLY testing if I am 99% certain I may "possibly" receive a BFP. (I live with Schrodinger's Cat Theory [paradox] in effect in my head at all times while TTC. ).

@Sams Mom: Aw, poor ovaries! I'm glad It isn't getting worse though! The discomfort sounds more Clomid-related at this point ... Especially since you are on a higher dose. Incidentally, I spoke with the CNP at my PCM's office about switching to Femara. They know my OBGYN fairly well and know he doesn't prescribe it as much BUT she said she will discuss it with both my PCM and OBGYN since I have had issues with Clomid (* swelling, weight gain, breast issues, nausea/gagging ... The list goes on. ). She stated, if I don't conceive this cycle, we should skip a cycle and start fresh, perhaps, with Femara since effects are less. It can easily be taken after a full (6) cycles of Clomid, she was saying ... So food for thought if you don't wish to jump into IUI just yet. Also, Femara often works for women when Clomid didn't.

@Sams Mom: ROFL. You have crossed over to the dark side!!! I've been coming in with short lists for years and some drs appreciate it because it makes for a succinct line of Q&A, while others seem far less amused by the fact I want educated responses to inquiries over ailments and the use of medications. I don't feel bad for them ... my questions come from a place of honest curiosity and a wish to gain knowledge. I'm not just being a "P.I.T.A." for the H*ll of it.

@mdf106: OMG, OMG, OMG!!!! We NEED a picture! I am so EXCITED! Congratulations!!!!

@Sams Mom: This has ABSOLUTELY nothing to do with POAS bit I just looked out the window and caught Luna (Lab-pit mix) standing on the bench on our deck. Is this normal behavior for a twit lab puppy or could she also be part Billy goat?!?

@Sams Mom: Good to know she is normal-ish. Lol. I wasn't all that worried about the AR. Your husband is a police officer so I assumed proper firearm procedure would be followed anyway. .

@Sams Mom: I absolutely understand ... especially with the social climate today. (I am neither confirmed to be a definitive liberal nor a conservative by my own decision and I refuse to discuss politics as it becomes too heated. My point of view is situational.). I am a well-educated, military spouse who has used guns [safely] for sport since I was 8; but I do believe not EVERY Tom, Dick, n Harry should own one as mental health and motive are huge issues. I taught one county over from Sandy Hook in CT. It rocked the entire state. I appreciate it when people are respectful and responsible gun owners (as I am positive you are).

* Affixed is a photo from an "Army spouses' training day." We used simulations and artillery with blanks. I do own 2 guns which are always locked (ammo separate). My husband, 3. Hope it makes you feel better as I am putting myself out there as well.