Why I Blog

Blogging has been such wonderful (and free!) therapy for me. It has given me the opportunity to vent, complain, and scream, but also to keep records and to give thanks for the good things in my life. I realize that blogging in and of itself may seem like a fairly self-centered activity. We live in a world now where, thanks to Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, Blogs, etc., our stuff is OUT THERE! For all to see! But I am of the opinion that this is mostly not a bad thing.

I never know how much our friends and family want to actually hear about what J and I are going through. I don't know if they want the dirty details of each appointment, cycle, or new prescription. This is another reason why the blog is perfect! If people wish to keep up with us and our IF journey, they can do so at their own pace. And if not, or if they wish to simply ask from time to time, also fine! Believe me, I don't expect everyone to check my blog every day and then hang on my every word once I've updated it. It's probably not all that interesting to anyone but me, and I know that my writing isn't of J.K. Rowling caliber.

I think I just felt the need to put that out there. I am blogging for me. If you want to come along for the ride, fantastic. I really appreciate all of the comments and support, in and out of cyberspace! I've said it before and I'll say it again -- J and I really are supremely blessed with a fantastic support system, without which this rollercoaster ride would be a lot bumpier.