Eat, Pray and Love

Today was such a great day for me. A friend whom I have been thinking about lately but haven't talked to since undergrad, called. We spent a lot of time catching up via phone and I found out that her and her husband were blessed with a little girl about 20 months ago. Her call was such a blessing and I can't wait to meet up for lunch next week!

Also, today I had my first acupuncture treatment. I have been hesitant about this since John and I first  realized getting pregnant wasn't going to be an easy journey but many of my friends have said it worked for them so it's worth a try to me. Not to mention, reading other blogs and infertility experiences, many women claim it has done wonders for their lining. At this point I decided anything was worth a try; I mean if it doesn't work, it doesn't work and I move on to the next thing - whatever that may be. John, on the other hand, thinks I am doing voodoo but is extra supportive if it makes me feel better. He is a "kidder" and uses this as a way to make me laugh.... After all, laughter is the best medicine!

The appointment actually wasn't bad at all. We spent a lot of time discussing my diet. Long story short, I need to cut out my favorite foods: dairy, sugar and wheat. And.... Eat more vegetables. Worst.news.ever. Although I have been trying extra hard lately to eat more vegetables, I was never expecting to change over my diet to 75% veggies. Oh the things you do for love...

During the rest of the visit we talked about my stress levels. He encouraged me to continue to do the things I find relaxing and enjoyable, which would include sewing, reading, and cooking, to name a few. If i had more money I would include shopping on that list but all this has completely taken shopping out of my vocabulary. However, David did tell me that if I enjoy running, I should continue to do it, just in moderation (the doctors had told me to maybe try walks so that my weight doesn't continue to drop). David, the acupuncturist, also said I should take up yoga and some other similar form of exercise that I forgot the name of; lucky for me my neighborhood hired a yoga instructor to come do yoga by the pool once a week! I can't wait to start. :)

After a lot of discussion and filling in David about every part of my life and story, the needlework began. Because it was my first visit he only put in about 15 needles; some in my feet, lower legs, hands, and even one between my eye brows (strange, I know but just go with it). He coached me on breathing and internal meditation and even gave me a shoulder and neck massage. Surprisingly, nothing hurt but I did feel a tingling sensation in my legs. The rest of the experience was very relaxing. I am not completely sure I am believe in acupuncture but I am trying to embrace every aspect of it and give it a try. If anything, I enjoy the extra time to engage in prayer, reflect on life, relax, and learn to better my diet.

:) Until next time..... Eat, pray and love! (Just seemed appropriate)