September 21, 2012

Inviting Rampant Speculation Because Google Makes Me Cower In Abject Terror

I've received an update this morning from the clinic.  My time it's about 3 days past retrieval (give or take half a day as far as I can calculate.  The status thus far is two-8 cells, one-5 and one-4.  I did a cursory web check but actually developed an upset stomach.  Weak as water am I!

Any ideas from those more experienced?

My transfer is set for Sunday at 9am so it sounds like the clinic expects at least something to make it.

I experienced my first travel bump today.  I stayed last night in a midieval (yet surprisingly well touristed) city.  I got there from Vienna by shuttle van and had a very nice room at a family-run pension.  I was to be picked up by another shuttle company at 5pm to get to the city where the clinic is.  The shuttle driver received wrong pick up info and left without me.  An hour later they sent a driver (who was probably in the middle of dinner and sports on the tv from the looks of it) who drove like a maniac to the closest city with a train station.  He gave me cash back for half of what I paid via PayPal (around $25).  So I get to this town and the mean soup Nazi-ish woman at the ticket office says what I finally realize is that no more trains to the city I need to get to tonight.  I then go across the street to the bus station.  Same results.  So now I'm standing there at 7:45pm in a strange bus station wondering what the heck to do.  Thank goodness for my iPhone!  I found a hotel with availability for about $45.  I hopped in a cab and here I am.  I emailed the hotel where I was supposed to be tonight and promised to pay for tonight when I arrive tomorrow.  I also sent the shuttle company a disgruntled email and they said they would refund the other half of my fare via PayPal.  I won't hold my breath though.  Anyway, standing there in that Communistic era train station I felt rather alone and scared.  I found some teenagers who spoke a little English and who helped me figure out how to get to the busses and how to read the schedules.  I'm so glad now I allowed one "cushion" day before transfer.  Just a minor bump and I think I'll forget it as soon as I leave tomorrow morning. 




13 comments:

  1. OMG!! You are so close!! I have everything crossed for you...absolutely everything...

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  2. Also, I am not sure what google results you are getting, but an 8 cell at 3 days past retrieval is perfect from what google told me...

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  3. You handled your travel bump very well. I probably would have had a complete mental and emotional breakdown in the middle of the station.

    I'm afraid I know nothing about embryo development, but I'll be sending lots of good thoughts your way for Sunday!

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  4. 6-8 cells is normal for day 3. If they were in any way worried about you not making it to transfer, they would transfer sooner than day 5. So it looks GOOD!!!!

    I'm excited for you!

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  5. Wow! Travel bump and all you're doing good! My thoughts are with you. :-)

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  6. I agree - you handled that situation very well! Sending lots of good wishes and look forward to your report on Sunday. Hugs, Kristina

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  7. I probably would have had a meltdown. Hope that's the only hiccup in your trip. Good luck with your transfer. Sending you lots of good thoughts!

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  8. Ayiyi, how stressful! I'm glad it worked out OK. It sounds like you have some good little embryos shaping up. Good luck!

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  9. I would have been a little freaked out. Good for you for figuring everything out and getting some money back.

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  10. By the sounds of the other comments, your embies are doing well. I'll be sending positive thoughts...as for the travel hiccup, makes for a great story at what great transfer doesn't have a great story!!! :)

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  11. Sounds like you've got some good embies there!

    Ugh on the whole mess with the taxi company - so glad you were able to find a place to stay!

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  12. I'm no expert on this yet (give me a month), but things look good based on what the others are saying.

    I think you are an utter champion for dealing with that sanfu without breaking down. I'm sending very sticky vibes for your transfer!

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  13. This is so exciting!!

    DON'T GOOGLE!!

    You will have some beautiful blasts to transfer so try not to worry!

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