I’ve mentioned before that I have a notebook where I have journaled our three IUIs.

Today I am starting a new notebook because today starts a new chapter in my infertility story.

Today I take my first step through IVF’s door. Many steps will certainly follow and not one will be taken alone.

I desire to walk this new road with my faith in Jesus Christ, my strength in Jesus Christ and my eyes fixated on Jesus Christ. I know this is the only way I will survive the grueling uphill road ahead.

I must take one step at a time. I believe this is imperative to my sanity and being able to keep my focus on God and the work that He is doing throughout this entire IVF journey.

Here we go. And I do not say “we” lightly.

As I picture myself starting this uphill road I have a clear picture in my head.

I picture myself - armed with the Word of God, the promises of God, the strength of God, the power of God – standing at the foot of this mountain in determination to make it to the other side for the glory of God, and the glory of God alone.

I picture God, walking not in front of me nor behind me, but right by my side. Ever-present.

And I picture YOU – my prayer warriors. Surrounding me on all sides. Some have walked this journey before, some have not. Regardless, I know you are there praying for me when I am at a loss for words. Lifting me up to the Father through prayers when I barely have the strength to stand.

And so here we go.

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My appointment is at 11:45am. I will write an update later this afternoon.

- Elaine