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(Norwegian for favorite)

To start, here’s a way way way overdue update…

Not much new here in the land of endless winter. It’s making me crazy(er) and I have the 7 year itch. We’ve been in Illinois for 7 years. I’ve been at my job for 7 years. We’ve been childless another 7 years. Sometimes I just want to quit work, pack our bags and move back to California. If only the things I run from would stay away but I know they’ll follow me everywhere. There will always be obstacles (insert inspirational quote of your choice here).

The adoption process is endless and nothing new to report except that I’m majorly procrastinating.

All of my infertility shots and meds were donated last week. I thought it would be a relief but instead I left the office teary eyed. I guess I was holding on to some unhealthy hope that I would need them sometime soon.

BC update – my Mirena implant was ripped out today and yes, curse words were spoken. After the initial throbbing and cramping I feel so much better already. The implant was simply not made for my teeny tiny unicornuate uterus. The theory was ideal and I wanted to give it time but each month got worse. Throbbing, burning cramps lasted for weeks, I was taking way too much ibuprofen and the cramps caused dizziness to the point where I felt I was going to pass out. The doc said we gave it a good college try 🙂  So now that we know implants are out of the question I have to remember to take a pill. At the same time. Everyday. Good luck to me.

As the first day of spring melts the remaining snow I leave you with no promise that I will be back any time soon. I simply don’t have the energy or time to dig deep right now. Chicago’s VERY short summer is upon us and it’s filled to the brim.

I’ve been meaning to post about a few of my favorite things/people so here are a few (quick) plugs… I promise you’ll love them!

I’m sure you’ve seen a version of this floating around on Pinterest and Etsy. This woman is amazing! She can personalize anything from fingerprints, sound waves, dog noses and paw prints to lip print impressions! My necklace is one of my most prized possessions. Find Jackie from Rock My World here…  www.custommade.com/by/rockmyworldinc

Custom nose necklace of my chihuahua, Gucci

“Gucci”

Birchbox is like a breath of fresh air. Once a month (for $10) a box arrives full of high end samples ranging from perfume, makeup, coffee/tea, lotions, etc. There are boxes for men too ($20/month) which have high end samples but cool things like socks and phone accessories too! They’re genius and I’m their ideal sucker consumer.  Highly recommended for yourself or as a gift.     www.Birchbox.com

Last but not least… my other prized possession. Gifted to me from my amazing family and made by the wonderful Amanda at Lady and the Stamp. She was generous enough to add a fourth set of footprints and angel charm after my last mc (for free). Her website is full of praise and photos of her work. Thanks for giving me something to cherish forever, I love it! www.LadyandtheStamp.us