[mikamaya]

Hi, All.
I haven't been here for a while even though I am currently going through my 3rd and final IVF cycle - just trying not to think about it much But I do want to share a story since it just warmed my heart.

I have a new boss (male) now at work and I had been dreading having to explain why I would have to be out of office so often with such short notices (in the past I've always gone for the truth because I didn't want my employer to think that I was slacking or something). But my boss totally surprised me with his sensitivity and understanding that it almost made me cry:
When I found out that I will have to be on the 3-day bed rest when my project is hitting the major milestone which would require me me to send updates almost immediately, I offered to do at least the very minimum at home but he just wouldn't hear of it. He said that I should just focus on resting for those three days and he insisted on finding a backup person to do the task or doing it himself to cover for me if necessary. I mean, wow! I knew he was a nice guy but I certainly did not expect that much.
Also my boss's boss (also male) has been really good about this whole thing - asking how I am doing and saying good luck every time I have to sneak out for my ultrasound/bloodwork appointment as he sits right next to me. And another coworker of mine (female, who had no trouble getting pregnant and has recently given birth, I might add!) actually cried for me when I told her the negative result on the last cycle!

I know I've encountered my share of insensitive comments/attitudes toward infertility in the past, but I am so glad to see that it can also bring the best in some people.

[Koshveily]

Praise God that those kinds of people are sprinkled throughout your life! Thanks for sharing!

[ara79]

That is so wonderful. Good luck to you sweetie, and I pray that you get your bfp!!

[ara79]

I just saw in your signature that you ER was today. How did it go??

[Sarabela]

Sounds like a great place to work in with co-workers and bosses like that! I hope this is THE cycle for you.

Oh, and the title of your thread REALLY made me start craving some chicken noodle soup right now. I know what I'll be having for dinner tonight now, thank you very much!

[mikamaya]

Thank you all for the positive comments. It makes me so happy to be able to share this good feeling no matter what comes out of this struggle!

Koshveily - I know! It just makes me be thankful for what I have now.

ara79 - Thank you for the well wish! But did I put the wrong date for ER?? It's actually tomorrow (just fixed the signature). Sorry!

Sarabela - I noticed that you recently had the BFP! Congrats!! And enjoy your cravings