Six is my new lucky number.

On Monday they performed my egg retrieval and last night six fully developed embryos were frozen. We are very happy with the results and so glad that we got a chance to do this. Unfortunately, I developed a severe form of ovary hyperstimulation syndrome and now have to be on bed rest for a couple of days. Originally, I thought I had too many french fries. Given my present situation, I decided to check with the doctor. I am glad that I did.

On the way to the doctor's ofice I must have looked rather worn, as a stranger asked me if I needed to sit down on the subway. I didn’t know how to react…I was thinking to myself that a few months ago I was competing in triathlons and running 3-6 miles a day and now I couldn’t even make it up a flight of stairs or stand during a short subway ride. I used to always pass people when walking on the street and going up and down the stairs. Today I got a different perspective. I can’t remember the last time that I was not in a hurry. It isn’t that bad to slow down and the fact is that if you miss one subway train another will come shortly after and you always make it to where you need to be...just a little bit later and a bit less stressed.