Yesterday and stuff

I returned the coat, other clothes and the bathroom rugs yesterday. I tried to return the Christmas wreaths at Wally world but they told me they don't accept Christmas returns after Jan 3. Isn't that crazy? I did pick out new carpets for the bathroom. They are reversible.
I'm very tired today. I wish we had nap time at school. We should take a note out of France's book--they shut down everything for lunch. I'm going to make some French press coffee. That should help.

2 Strikes

Strike 1 - The red coat came. It didn't fit well. The arm length is okay but it's too tight around the arm holes and too big around the middle. I'm disappointed in the overall coat for it being 169.00.
Strike 2 - I could not find a W.ii Fit Plus to save my life today. All sold out at T.arget and Wally World.
I'll still keep looking for a coat. Spring is just around the corner and clothing stores are gearing up for the warmer seasons (yuck T.arget and their bikinis) but you never know. Same thing for W.ii Fit Plus--I'll keep searching.
My friend J and I were bartending Saturday evening. She told me how she got the W.ii Fit Plus and how much she enjoys it. J was telling me about the hula hoop activity and demonstrating how when you are hula hooping it gives you balls to catch. She made me laugh so hard. I wonder what the guests thought?
I did purchase some lovely bathroom rugs and pistachios during my shopping extravaganza today.
I must hop back on the treadmill. I only did 15 minutes on Saturday because I went to meet one of my dear friends to help find her wedding dress. She did and it's gorgeous! I did not run yesterday because I was very tired due to M being sick. I'm staying the same weight. That's good because I'm not gaining.
I bought Rihanna's cd and I do enjoy her music. makes me want to dance ;-)

Bug and other stuff

I am tired. I worked last night at the big OG and didn't get home until almost 1 am. I was having a bowl of cereal and watching tv when I heard footsteps upstairs. M got E's bug. E stayed home from school on Friday because she was so sick. I had such big plans for today. It included getting an old fashioned donut and shopping. I'm taking care of M and just hanging out today. E is with my parents until tomorrow. She recovered quickly and is getting quality time with Mimi and Poppy.
I've decided I'm getting a W.ii Fit Plus. Mel and my friend J have convinced me that getting in shape is fun with the W.ii. I've been doing well running on the treadmill and using my stability ball. But it's nice to have a new routine. It keeps the body on its toes and keeps you from being bored.
I'm almost done with the laundry. I feel so great after I've done it all. Being able to see my laundry room floor is equivalent to winning a gold medal for me. I've read all the newspapers. I think it might be time for a nap. I know Kona and Logan would agree.

Re consult

We met with Dr. G today. She explained briefly how our cycle would work. She's a very nice woman. I'm to call on cd 1 and then we get the ball rolling. I've never wanted aunt flo to come so quickly! She's due to arrive on Jan 27. It was surreal to be there.
We have the pre i.vf testing, such as: blood work for both of us, M's swimmer analysis and a sonohystogram for me. She will be ordering blood work to make sure my thyroid level is where it should be. We also discussed the results of my lap (some endo found on my bladder and two polyps in my uterus) and she said she's not too concerned with it.
I asked about their success rate -40%. Live birth rate is about the same. I just wish their was something else other than giving progesterone to make the cycle a successful one.
We are embarking on a huge journey. It's one thing to read blogs and books about it but to be going through it soon is another whole bunch of emotions. I'm ready as I'll ever be. I would always regret not doing it.

Red coat

I've wanted this coat for a long time. The Lan.ds End women's wool car coat. I kept meaning to order it and then I would forget. It went on sale and of course they were out of my size. I bookmarked the page and today it was there! Not the exact size I wanted but I got it in the next size up. I could always take it to a tailor. It's red and it's fabulous!

Boo boo

Last night M went to play basketball with his fellow firefighters. They have an annual fundraiser for St. Jude in which they play against local policemen. He came home early with an injury. We just came home from the doctors and he has an injury to his Achilles tendon. With rest, ice and ibuprofen he should be okay.
I ran again last night. I'm doing good with the 5 mins walk/5 mins run but I would really like to switch it to the morning. I did some stability ball exercises. I did ones for my inner and outer thighs--boy do they burn!
It's supposed to get up to 40 degrees on Thursday--it's going to feel like a heatwave here.
I asked M if he had any questions for the re on Thursday. He said he'd like to know what our next step is. I filled him in that we have to wait for our paperwork from the business office, pay them, get our pre ivf testing done and establish a protocol. He said ok. He jokingly asked if he still has to go. I want to be aggressive as we can be considering our ages (34 and 39).
Does anyone have questions that would be good to ask her? We had a consultation with her two years ago but I don't even remember much from that visit. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Brrrrr

It is bitter cold here. I took the dogs outside this morning and the chill goes right to your bones. I'm definitely dressing in layers today.
I have work at 4 (yech) and I'm going to try to get down to my jewelers to get my wedding band. It's been there since before Christmas. Two of the stones were loose and my band had a crack in it. I'm supposed to take it in for routine maintenance but I don't get down there that often. It's about a 50 minute drive.
I'm going to test drive my new a.didas sneakers today. They are very light weight. I used to be an a.sics girl but they were very hard to find around here. I can buy good ad.idas sneakers for $40-$50. I also got new running socks and new sports bras. You got to have the right tools for the job.
I've done so many different things to lose weight--yoga, pilates, circuit training, stability ball and tae bo. Running is the only one that makes me feel like I'm doing something. All of those other activities are good. I guess it's just my mindset. All righty I'm off!