In two day’s time Louise Brown will be celebrating her 40th birthday! Although I was not quite 11 when Louise was born I do remember all the “fuss” about the first IVF baby. Having a sister who was five years … Continued
At the end of last week’s “Existence can be hard” I left you with the thought that there are positive consequences of being caught out by the same snake twice. To keep my promise, this week I’m going to look … Continued
Many years ago (aka before infertility) Andrew and I used to frequently break into song at the drop of a hat. If we heard a tune that we both liked blaring over the PA system we’d join in. As neither … Continued
As I mentioned in a previous Existence can be hard post, progress isn’t linear. Many people describe the grief that surrounds infertility or being childless not by choice as a roller-coaster of emotions which is an accurate description. Yet it … Continued
I have to confess I‘m struggling with any beautiful perspectives today let alone the “beautiful perspectives on being happy” mentioned in the title. You seen I’m not very happy bunny today. In fact, I am feeling really rather stressed. The … Continued
Following the announcement of the daily themes for World Childless Week 2018 this week’s “New(s) and reviews” was a no-brainer. So, what have we got in store this year? World Childless Week – Monday Facts and Figures: I really enjoyed … Continued
It’s hard to believe that I have already completed over a week in the Canbace Diaries. I think that might be a record for me writing diary entries consecutively. Keeping a diary has always appealed to me. Unfortunately, each time … Continued
Every Friday in “Canbace Diaries” I will be sharing the experience of another Courageous Canbacer. They will explain the shifts in their perspective as they embrace their new CANBACE life. Let’s celebrate our successes and share our stories. They may … Continued
“I’m so excited, I just can’t hide it. I’m about to lose control and I think I like it!” These lyrics from the Pointer Sisters could have been written for me about canbace. I’ve been singing them over and over … Continued