Catholic Cysters Corner - Page 12

Lemonade Ladybug · 09-12-2006, 06:37 PM

Celtic!!!!

I was watching EWTN with you then! I really enjoyed Deena Burnett and wished I would have been watching since the start. She is amazing...I could have listened to her for a LONG time.

And yes... it was a low day yesterday.

LL

kerr · 09-12-2006, 09:53 PM

Carrie-Thank you for the links. Actually that is the same article the priest gave DH and I when we met with him.

tigir · 09-12-2006, 10:41 PM

Whoa! I had to catch up here!

Welcome Tiffany! I conceived DD#1 out of wedlock, but it doesn't mean that she is wrong to be here. She was a product of mine and DH's sin, but not a part. She knows she is loved and that is really what matters. Life is a beautiful and precious thing.

Speaking of her beautiful self, my DD tied for 6th-10th place in fitting and showing and even got a special award for helping out with someone else's pig in the barn.

No tears this year after selling, I was surprised. She is already talking about next year. I might just miss that pig more than she does!

I have had a lot going on to really test my faith lately - maybe some prayers from you gals would help. We are still having vehicle trouble, money trouble, marriage trouble..........Nothing we can't overcome, but still taxing in the mean time. Hoping I will get to make confession this Sunday.

ellie_anna · 09-12-2006, 10:50 PM

Hey,

I just wanted to say hello! I have been watching this thread but really haven't had much to comment on!

I must say though that I love the christan spirit here! I think its great that everyone has been able to post their view point and it may stray from some catholic beliefs, but no on has been critical! In a world that is often times so critical, you ladies are truely inspiring!

JulieH, I really like your reply to Tiffany's question.

DH and I have really been stuggling with how far to pursue fertility treatments. And at this point have come to the conclusion that the medications that I am currently on are enough for now and maybe for ever. We are keeping the option of adoption open. The more I think about it the more I wonder if that isn't what is in the plan for us. That will be 5-7 years from now, but we would still get the blessing of being a part of a child's life. My mother is my birth mother. My dad adopted me when I was three. And he truly is a blessing in my life. I just hope that someday, I get to be there for a child the way he has been there for me.

This may be a sort of silly request, but I was wondering if you could keep my puppy mickey in your prayers. He has been really sick for a couple of days, and I can't get him to the veternian for a couple of days. But I'm really worried. I m sure he will be fine but what can I say I'm a worrier.

Everyone have a wonderful day!

ellie_anna · 09-12-2006, 10:51 PM

Tirgir, you and your family are in my prayers!

jennynd · 09-12-2006, 11:24 PM

LL ~ I've been missing you!

Hope you are feeling ok.

tigir ~ Great job to dd! And yes, your family is in my prayers. Our past year sounds much like yours now so I know how it is ~ have faith, my dear!

ellie ~ Great to hear from you again! God bless you if you decide to adopt ~ there are so many children that need lots of love. We have thought about this too, also foster care, but it's not in our too distant future either. Right now we are TTC & crossing our fingers! You too? Don't mean to pry.

ellie_anna · 09-12-2006, 11:40 PM

jennynd,

Your not prying, I don't mind sharing. In may it had been a year since DH and I started trying. But we had only known about my PCOS since Sept of 05. And we will probably continue to try as long as we are physically able. Even if we do adopt in the mean time. We have just been getting so discouraged lately, that sometimes it easier to think about other options. Siblings and cousins all around are age are starting their families. I have started dreading to go to family gatherings, because DH and I aren't sure how to respond to questions about when we are going to start our family. At this time we have choosen not to share are fertility issues with our extended family. Only a few of our immediate family memebers know. Thats probably more info. then you wanted. But that is where we are to day. I will keep you and your DH in my prayers as you continue on this journey!

kerr · 09-13-2006, 01:57 AM

My family is aware of all of our infertility treatments and are very supportive. Since we told them all, I do not get any of the questions or comments that go along with TTC. Good luck!

TPETERS · 09-13-2006, 03:02 AM

I guess my opinion on getting pg through IVF was that God gives us the children we were ment to have. If it I weren't ment to do IVF I wouldn't have gotten pg with her.

Oh and I did finish RCIA last year. I never felt better than when I was taking the classes and attending church regularly with dh. I am really going to try to go back with out him. I know i fI make the commitment that he will come with me in time. I jsut don't want to take my 2 year old and one year old by myself! I know that is a horrible reason. I am going this week though!!

musicteacherfla · 09-13-2006, 05:26 AM

Hi, Everyone!

You all are in my prayers. And no, it's not silly to ask for prayers for your pet. I know how pets can be like a part of the family. I know our cat is, and it will be very difficult to lose him.

I strongly encourage adoption for anyone who would consider it. I have a very dear friend who has adopted two children, since she and her DH are not able to conceive their own. They couldn't be a happier, more loving family. There are so many children out there who need loving parents to adopt them. I know that my DH & I will consider adoption, if for some reason we are unable to conceive.

Have a Blessed Night,
Carrie

Swingin' Cyster · 09-13-2006, 02:56 PM

Hey ladies,

Deena Burnett was on our radio program too! She's amazing. You can hear it by going to http://archive.ihradio.org/ and clicking on the September 8th episode of Kresta in the Afternoon.

Tam - my prayers are with you! I have MAJORLY suffered with vehicle issues and I know how stressful that can be! Congrats on the pig!

I'd like a moment to be honest here, and please don't take it as a condemnation or anything. I'm so thrilled to have found all these Catholic cysters. PCOS is physically, emotionally and spiritually debilitating but the support that this particular thread has offered is wonderful. But my heart twinges when I read people professing to be Catholic and then not believing and perpetuating what the Church professes. Most of this problem is ignorance of the FULL truth that the Church has. I have yet to read a teaching of the Church with which I disagree. But even if I did, I would follow it believing the Holy Spirit has revealed something to the Magisterium that I can't comprehend at this time. If I didn't follow it SIMPLY because I didn't understand it and didn't put in the effort of trying to understand it, then I'd be sinning and in good conscience couldn't participate in the sacraments (except Reconciliation). There is a lot of variety in the Church. For example, I prefer contemporary music and charismatic worship. Tam prefers Latin masses. We're both Catholic though. There is freedom in somethings, but adherence in others. So I really encourage all my cysters to fully explore your questions. If your priest doesn't have enough of an answer, seek it from the diocese. Call Catholic Answers. Post the question here and I'll work on finding as much information as I can.

My Catholic faith is my greatest treasure, I hope you all find it to be yours as well.

May God abundantly bless you all,
Kara

Lemonade Ladybug · 09-13-2006, 05:11 PM

Jenny - Ahhhh...thanks.

I have been missing myself too... ha ha ha....I am a TOTAL wreck right now but have full faith that I am resting in His hands with this. I had to come off ALL meds, herbs...etc... to do my blood tests for Dr. Hilger's this week and next week. I can't even find my blood work info that the Pope Institute in Omaha faxed me so I had to call and ask for it to be resent. I have spent the entire day crying...trying to 'be the bigger person' and offer my suffering to save souls. So proud of you...see you graduated recently...congrats you little honey!

Kerr - ME TOO! We used to get all sorts of questions about babies but since we put it all out there...we get nothing but support and PRAYERS...which we so need. I have also found that 'sharing' our situation has helped me make connections with others who are quietly suffering with this and needed someone to talk to.

Ellie - So glad you made it over here...you add much to our little family here. Hubby and I are in the same boat as you. We are content with the healing path we are on...where ever Dr. Hilgers leads us. But we have an 'interesting' peace as well...wondering if God's allowing us difficulty in getting pregnant to direct us to foster parenting or adopting. I really get excited to ponder what He's doing. This whole diagnosis has been a blessing (EKK! What did she say? Did she call this a blessing? lol) because I have STOPPED planning out my life and where I want it to go...it's as if this whole process has slowed us down and is in slow motion. He knows what He's doing with us and we trust it. We know and God knows that currently I am too sick to be a parent right now...but maybe in a year or more...we will be in a better place and our path will be clear. AND NO!!!!!!! Mickey baby is sooooo in my prayers! We had to take one of our puppies to the Vet ER two weeks ago...stopped walking, eating, drinking, and licking us! EKK! Once he started licking my face a week later I knew he was in the clear. They are members of the family and I don't know about you...but a SIGNIFICANT part of my therapy in dealing with this! I pray that Mickey is not in pain and that he will remain strong enough for a vet to see him and help his little tail wag again.. Keep us posted on Mickey baby...

Tam - My sweet little princess...I love that we can humble ourselves and ask for prayers. YOU ARE SO IN MINE!!! Woohoo on the pig (oink) and know that you're surrounded by prayers from LL and the rest of your family here. I don't know if this will help you any but I am feeling 'called' to share this ..so someone apparently is supposed to see this (lol)...when we were preparing for marriage, a couple we worked with said...marriage is like a roller coaster. You will have highs and lows and just remember when you are having a low...that eventually you have to come back up again.

I think about that when my husband grabs my hand and fake forces my finger up HIS nose. Nice, huh? ha ha... He's so 10 years old some times.... ha ha...

Love to you all...big prayers for the intentions on all your hearts.
LL

tigir · 09-13-2006, 05:44 PM

Ellie ~ I will be praying for Mickey (we had a Mickey dog too)

Tiffany ~ I know what you mean about taking the kiddos! Since my DH isn't Catholic he usually stays home on Sundays and that gives me the opportunity to leave the two babies with him so I can make confession. I spend most of my time in the crying room or play room if I take them which is heartbreaking after a two hour trip, so on the days that I can't leave them I pray at home and try to keep the day as holy as possible. My younger sister did shifts for awhile with her DH or she just didn't go because of his work schedule and trying to get three kids under three ready to go and sitting in church.

Kara ~ You express your feelings so well! I am glad you are a part of this thread!

I enjoy reading your posts. Speaking of posts...I am still eagerly awaiting your post on us Traditionalists over on the misconceptions thread.

Doesn't vehicle trouble in a word, SUCK !? It is one of the things that contributes to the financial trouble, etc. It seems to make everything else snowball. And of course when it rains, it pours. We can't have just one vehicle break down at a time, oh no!, We have to have at least two and the third looking like a dead ringer for a visit to the shop as well. It wouldn't be so bad if I could walk where I needed to go, or take a bus, but I live in the country - no car, no go nowhere.

Today feels like a better day, your prayers must be working!

DH and I had a heart to heart last night and I am feeling a little closer to him. I am feeling like we need a getaway. Maybe we will get a night out here soon...

Swingin' Cyster · 09-13-2006, 06:09 PM

I promise I haven't forgotten that post!!

jennynd · 09-13-2006, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swingin' Cyster

I'd like a moment to be honest here, and please don't take it as a condemnation or anything... my heart twinges when I read people professing to be Catholic and then not believing and perpetuating what the Church professes... I have yet to read a teaching of the Church with which I disagree. But even if I did, I would follow it believing the Holy Spirit has revealed something to the Magisterium that I can't comprehend at this time. If I didn't follow it SIMPLY because I didn't understand it and didn't put in the effort of trying to understand it, then I'd be sinning and in good conscience couldn't participate in the sacraments (except Reconciliation)... So I really encourage all my cysters to fully explore your questions.

Thank you ~ I couldn't have said it better myself!

You are all in my prayers... and I hope I'm in yours!