As we work to raise enough money to do our IVF (in vitro fertilization), I have a hard time not trying other treatments, as well, such as more IUIs. I hate feeling like months are going by without doing everything we can to try to become pregnant. I really want to always be doing everything in my power to have a baby, but I guess working toward raising money is me doing something. I just hope it pays off! On the other hand, I have also been enjoying this "time off" from medication, injections, and doctor's appointments. However, we have not been completely on hold. We are finally able to have a garage sale! My sister, Laura, offered her house for us to be able to have a successful sale! My mom and Laura both gathered a bunch of items from their houses to donate to our sale, and it gave us a great reason to clean out our closets, while also preparing to move. Kyhle and I were able to collect 6 trash bags full of shoes and clothes! I feel like I lost 1/2 my wardrobe!
On Saturday, we went up to Laura and David's house to go through everything, put price stickers on the items, and set everything up. We are so excited to see how the sale turns out, and are hopeful we will be able to make a dent in our baby fund. We are also going to have a bake sale outside, along with my nephew, Eli, who will have a little lemonade stand. The sale will be this Saturday, July 19, from 9:30-3. Let me know if you'd like to come check out what we have, or maybe buy some cookies/brownies, and I'll give you the address!
I have also been thinking about asking around to local restaurants and find out if any of them would do a dine to donate for us. Do any of my Greenwood or Fishers friends know restaurant managers who would be open to that?
We are definitely making progress thanks to all of YOUR help! We are always so excited and humbled when we receive a new donation. We have a dry erase board on our bedroom dresser with all of the donations written down. On the top, we have how much we've raised, THE GOAL, and how much we have to go. I love seeing it every morning, and being reminded how truly blessed we are to have family and friends who want to help us make this dream come true. We are about half way to our goal. Thank you!
The Goal: $7,000
Raised so far: $3,036.75
To go: $3,963.25
I am considering doing another bake sale, like my mom did with the teachers at school. I am curious how many of our friends (local) would be interested in ordering cookies, brownies, or cupcakes if I were to do this? I am trying to think of other fundraising ideas, as well, but am running low on options. I am also happy to baby-sit, if any of my friends would like a date night, or just a couple of hours outside of the house. I am available in the evenings, and some weekends. Hit me up; I am more than qualified! :)
If you wold like to make a donation, you can donate directly to our savings on Paypal by using Kyhle's email address: kyhle.porter@gmail.com
If you do not have a Paypal account, but would still like to donate, feel free to send a check in the mail (ask me for our address), or you can donate on gofundme.com by searching for our names.
We are grateful for the progress that has been made. A few months ago, we wouldn't have even imagined we would be where we are now. With prayers and support from our loved ones, we are making baby steps every day. That, my friends, feels awesome. What a difference it makes to be able to talk about this journey, and share it with our friends.
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