Hi GIRLS in 2ww http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wave.gif

Here's the list, plase re-edit the dates and I'd like to wish everybody the best of luck and hope you get http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/t_up.gif very very soon!!!!


AmyTTC: testing on 31.7. http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif
Sarka: testing on 3.8. BFP http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/biggrin.gif
Suki: testing on 4.8. http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif
Ovenwille: testing on 5.8. http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif
Tryingfor#2: testing 6.8.
Rachellara: testing 6.8.
Sammy05: testing 8.8.
Octobergirl: testing on 7.8. http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif
Goodtimes: testing 10.8.
18again: testing 12.8.
Lynn_CA : testing on 12.8.
Ams 37: testing on 12.8.
KJinky: testing on 14.8.
Minouche : testing on 17.8.
Cpa2b: testing on 17.8.




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Sarka, cool idea http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/bang.gif

Testing: 8/6
Symptoms: Sore bb's, had spotting (light) and cramping 5 & 6dpo

Good luck to all of you!
http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif Amber

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Hi
Good idea!
Today is day 18, so I am about 4 or 5 dpo.

I'll test August 10th (maybe sooner if symptoms persist)
Symptoms: sore lower abdomen, sore BB's (I didn't have any of these symptoms last month, so I am a little hopeful) http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif
GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!!!

Thanks for doing this!

Testing: 8/6, results next day (at the beach, so no same-day results)
First IVF after 3 failed IUIs, trying for #1.
No symptoms except sore bbs, but that may be from the progesterone
Thoughts and prayers to all! I'll update you on 8/11 when I'm back.

Awesome idea! Big "Thumbs Up" to you http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif

Today is day 18, so I am 5 dpo occording to my chart.
I refuse to test until I am 18dpo. Really hate BFN more than AF so if she does not show by August 12th, I will test.
Symptoms: Still feel like I have O pains (took Clomid for the first time this cycle) but the O pains could be something else???? Very nauseous (gag while I brush my teeth).

Good luck everyone http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif I am trying to hold out on testing but for those of you how will test in the next week or so, I am praying for BFP!!!!!

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L8 (Becky)
**TTC Since October 2001**
"Life isn't like a box of chocolates ... it's more like a jar of jalapenos. What you do today might burn your behind tomorrow. "

Great idea! The date you have for me is right, Aug 4th.

Symptoms: cramping 8dpo to present and sore bbs but that's been like that since the end of the injections.

quick question: is cramping a good sign or bad sign? what should i be looking for? maybe i don't want to know or else i'll start psychosymatically start having those symptoms.

Hey L8 - I found that I have become much more sensitive to the prenatal vitamin. It makes me so nauseaus. I started taking it b4 bed, and that worked for a while. I know I should keep taking it, but it's hard to work when you feel like throwing up.

Has anybody heard of this and is there a better prenatal vit. to take?
Suki

Thanks Suki!

I have been taking prenatial vitamins since February 2001. That is when I went off of BCP. Dh and I didn't start TTC until October 2001. Thanks for the input http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif It might be the Clomid, too?????

Suki, cramping can be a good sign. Every woman is different but my friend had some bad cramping when she found out she was pg!!!

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L8 (Becky)
**TTC Since October 2001**
"Life isn't like a box of chocolates ... it's more like a jar of jalapenos. What you do today might burn your behind tomorrow. "

L8 - I also had ovulation pains that lasted way past ovulation when I took Clomid. My RE said it's completely normal. Just consider it a reminder that your body did what it was supposed to do!

Suki - I've heard that cramping can be a good sign of implantation, or of course it can predict AF. My RE's office makes a huge point that there are no sure signs either way. When I did my IUI's I could always tell AF was coming, and dreaded the BFN. But when I took a required IVF class, they stressed that there is absolutely no predictor of positive or negative. Some women have absolutely no symptoms and are positive, others are sure they're getting AF and are also positive. So hang in there, we're waiting with you!

Thanks L8! I'm just so scared that it's AF. I hate her! With AF though, I don't usually get the cramping until about an hour before she blows into town.

I'll keep the idea that it could be good in the front of my head. Positive thoughts! http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/round.gif

I'm 13 dpiui today, so I'll be testing tomorrow. The progesterone supplements I'm on make it hard to interpret my symptoms, but I'm feeling like AF is just around the corner. Wishing for ++++++++ for all the other 2ww'ers.

Amy - is your progesterone supp a pill? I'm thinking my symptoms are due to the prometrium (progest supp) that I've been taking.

I'm sending happy thoughts, positive energy, good vibes and prayers your way for tomorrow!

Suki

Sarka-
This was a great idea. Just like Mindoo's BFP list. Maybe we can add some of these names to her list in the next 2 weeks.
I will test on 8/7 if nothing by then. I have the standard symptoms-sore bb's, nausea that gets extreme at some points(keep telling myself it is the glucophage or my work schedule, so as not to raise false hope, even though none of these things are new to my life)I get a little cramp or twinge here and there, but nothing too bad.
Hope to hear some more BFP's really soon.

Lynn:
4dpiui, IUI#4 (1st clomid/repronex combination), I don't want to test unless AF still not come by Aug.12.
Symptoms: sore lower abdomen and my nipples hurt so much.

Hi all!

I'm day 6/7 post-IUI/Clomid #3 (we did two IUIs this time, last Thursday and Friday, one pre-eggs dropping - I had two follies - and one post-eggs dropping).

Last night had some cramping and nausea, heavy bbs, but no real symptoms to speak of. I'm on Crinone progesterone gel (8%) - HATE this stuff, but if it works, so be it http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif.

THINKING GOOD FERTILE THOUGHTS FOR ALL!

Rock on,
Owen

Hi
Just wanted to add that last cycle I took the same meds. Clomid days 3-7, Estradiol days 8-12, and then used prochieve 8% (progestrone gel) and I had absolutely NO SYMPTOMS. I am just adding this info. because some of you have said that you think the meds. are causing some of your symptoms. My BB's are very sore... almost like they burn.

Anyone have this happen to them... where they had no symptoms the cycle before?
Thanks to all of you wonderful ladies!!!
Hoping to see lots of BFP'S!!!

I just counted and there are ten of us on this list. Out of all of us, someone has to come up positive-its the law of averages. We start on Aug. 3 and go to the 12th, so it will start very soon. Good luck to all and be thinking positive thoughts.

Make that 11 Octobergirl!
I get to test on 8/12.
lots o people testing!!!!!!
Wishing everyone ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++++++++++++++++

I'm crampy and queasy but my bbs don't hurt at all.

Did I EVER think I'd be bummed 'cause my BOOBS don't HURT?!?!?!?

http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif!!!!

Exactly! MY boobs are dead asleep...gggrrrr! I don't have any blooming symptoms...oh yes I do, AF symptoms... come & get me! NOT! I think I'm second to test after AmyTTC, I think this is not month, but yes it's not over yet... lalalalalal... http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/dizzy.gif Sarka

Well you can now make that 12 of us. I had my 3rd IUI today and will be testing on Aug. 14.
This was my third cycle with Bravelle and glucophage and IUI.

Kelly

Hey girls,
Any new symptoms for anyone??
I have the sorest bb's, heavy, and feel full...today they were itching like crazy, but it could be due to it being hot as hell here, so they're sweating...gross huh?! http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wink.gif
I got upset last night cause my lower back started aching kinda like when that dumb cow AF is coming....I really hope she goes away for while! Anyways, good luck girls I have been praying for you!
http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif Amber


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Bbs stopped hurting last night for the first time in a week. I don't know what to make of that. Kind of feel other symptoms of AF, so that makes me nervous, but trying to stay calm and not read too much into it. Here's the countdown to testing:

sarka - 2 more days!
suki - 3 more days!
owenville - 4 more days!
tyingfor#2 & rachellara - 5 more days!
sammy05 & octobergirl - 6 more days!
goodtimes - 9 more days!
l8again, Lynn_CA & ams37 - 11 more days!
KjinKy - 13 more days!

Let the countdown begin!

Helloooo Rachellara!
I know... http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/dizzy.gif do you know it's tomorrow as for me it's Saturday morning now. If I got last AF on 6.7. and have 27/28 days cycle I should get it today on 2.8, right? It normally comes in the morning and she's not here yet.But boobs are asleep. We went to a night market last night and I was nearly sick in the cab as his driving was stop & go...is that a sign? Probably not as I do get that now & then. I didn't sleep very well last night and here I'm at 7:30 on the net... grrrr I thought I didn't wait for the day that much, but now IT'S REALLY KICKING IN and I feel nervous....

Do not worry about your symptoms, I believe it is too early to feel anything, but I know it gets you thinking... OH GIRLSSSSSSSSSSSSS.... Let it be tomorrow!

All the luck we can get.... http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/t_up.gif for you all Sarka

Sarka, Sarka, Sarka....I am so excited to hear your results...I am crossing everything I can for you! http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/blob_fire.gif
I am truly hoping you get that BFP, you definitely deserve it, you seem like such a sweet and caring person, you and DH http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/love2.gif would provide a wonderful home to a child! Good luck TOMORROW!!!!!
http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif Amber
Good luck to everyone....we're getting close girls....YEAHHHHHHHH!! http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/dance.gif
Sorry so hyper tonight, I think I drank tooooo much soda! http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/biggrin.gif


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Jeez, you guys make the 2ww seem like a fun sorority (can I be an honorary member (even though I have a 4+ week wait from today (cd1!!!)?

I wish you girls all BFPs!

God bless,
Laura

Thanks Ambeeeeeeeeeeeeer & Laura!

It's Saturday afternoon and my belly is blooming sore & my lower back so hmmmm that's crap, isn't it? I handled the ww quite well exept this last day... I'm getting it all in one!

I stop for now and the next post will be about BFP or BFN.... goodbye for now... thaks for your lovely message, even my DH chased my of the computer to do some reading...he finds it 'entertainig' the way we talk about boobs and stuff... men, ej?

Sarka

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Laura, you are more than welcome to join http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wink.gif I will be rooting for ya this cycle, what methods are you using?

Sarka, I will be anxiously awaiting your results. I am doing all the praying and all the crossing of body parts that I can do for you!
Good luck to everyone!
Lots of http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif to you all!
Amberrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Becky (l8) where the heck are ya???? Haven't seen any posts in a day or two, what's up girl????????????????
http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif Me
Had to edit this
Oops, my bad, I just went back and re-read that weekend plans thread, and duh http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/dizzy.gif , I totally forgot that you took the day off yesterday (blonde moment http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wink.gif )....well I hope you are having fun at the waterpark! Talk to ya later!

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Well I'm supposed to test on Tuesday. Of course I did one myself and it's BFN. I can't handle this, i don't think I can.

I am so miserable right now, I just want to cry and cry and cry. No AF yet, so I guess it ain't over until the "red" lady sings (ha ha ha), but ugh. I'm so sad.

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Good luck tomorrow Suki-we'll all be hoping and praying for ya! It would be great to have 2 BFP's to start the month off.

Owen (((hugs)))
I totally know how you feel, I gave in and did a test this morn, even though the nurse said not to til Wed. of course it was BFN...I guess like you said it is not over til' the UGLYYYYYY red lady sings! I really think that it will be BFN AGAIN though. http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/frown.gif Today in church they played this video that referenced how God knew all your days before he made you, and how he will heal the brokenhearted and wipe the tears etc., etc. And then I sit there and wonder if that is so, then why are there so many of us going through this horrible ordeal?! I thought I was going to have to run out, I started crying, and then after church one of the guys brought his grandbaby (9 mos.) for me to see and I thought my heart was going to just be destroyed. I truly don't feel like I handle another BFN. I am sitting here crying like a baby right now, but why...it isn't something I change either way right?! How pathetic?!!!!
Anyways, sorry this took a sad turn, I truly hope you are also among the BFP's this month. Keep us posted sweetie!
http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif ya
P.S. Ok, Suki you're next, I am praying for ya! BFP BFP BFP!!!!!

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Thanks, Trying. Yeah, it's really a bummer. I've been queasy, my bbs hurt just ever so slightly and I'm really crampy - we all know what THAT means. Ugh. But I was hoping, hoping, hoping...next month will be my 4th IUI/Clomid, and then it's on to IVF from there. Wondering whether I should be trying something besides Clomid. I go in for my test Tuesday and I'm going to try and talk to my doc then.

Good luck gals - can't wait to see those BFPs roll in http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif!

Hi Owenville and Amber,

I am so sorry to read your posts. I'm really hoping that the BFN's were just a result of testing too early. I just got my BFN on Thursday and I still can't believe how sad I feel.
(((((hugs)))))
Amy

amber, amy, and owen - my heart aches for you guys... please know you guys are not alone and it is ok to be angry and devastated and sad and all of the emotions we feel after a cycle... your time will come!!! keep the faith - my prayers are with you guys -hugs, jen

Suki - It is your day to test... Just wondering if you tested yet or if you are waiting??? BFP ++++++++++++ ~~~~ vibes to you.

Tryingfor2 - HERE I AM http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wink.gif I was gone the past three days. Thanks for asking about me. I appreciate it http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif

Tryingfor2, Owen, & Amy - Sorry about BFN!!! I hate to test early. It does upset me so. Please do not get overwehlmed. It's not over to AF shows. You still have some time. We need more BFP this month. Maybe Sarka can rub some baby dust on us.

I am 10dpo today and holding. I am the one who refuses to test early. I am waiting until I am 18dpo which will be a week from tomorrow. I know I can do it. I have seen too man BFN (and too may AF) that I will just wait for her arrival. If she doesn't show by next Monday. I will be excited.

Baby dust to all **************************** BFP ++++++++++ for those about to test. I am praying for all of us this month.

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L8 (Becky)
**TTC Since October 2001**
"Life isn't like a box of chocolates ... it's more like a jar of jalapenos. What you do today might burn your behind tomorrow. "

Hi. I'm the dh of suki (Beth). She got booted off last friday because she posted a news article that apparently was copyrighted. She couldn't find the copyright symbol so she took the chance of posting it. She was devasted when they gave her a one week "time out" because it was at this time when she needed you guys the most. Anyway, she had an appt. this morning to test, but got her "AF" right before the appt. They did a urine test and gave her an u/s. We found out that we're going to have to wait another whole cycle because she had a huge cyst on her right ovary. She is pretty upset about it. BFN http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/t_down.gif But I guess we kinda knew that it was an 85% chance of getting this result.

She was upset that she wasn't going to talk to you guys about it and that you all would think she didn't care about you guys. I figured I'd register and pass on the word. So even though she can't work through this tough time in her life with you guys, you at least don't think that she blew you all off.

My dw is thinking and praying for you all. She was so excited to hear about Sarka. Congrats Sarka. We're both keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. She's keeping up to date by reading the posts. Yes, I am one of the DHs that think she's obsessed. But I can now see how much the boards does for her.

Good luck to the rest of the 2wwers. We're thinking about you!

Dave

Suki & Dave - Sorry abouth the BFN http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/frown.gif I do feel your pain. I have been there too many times. I tear up when I read post like this. AF can be so cruel sometimes!!! I am thinking about you, Suki!! I hope you can come back soon. We will miss you this week. Have you dh post as much as possible. He is a life saver for you http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif

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L8 (Becky)
**TTC Since October 2001**
"Life isn't like a box of chocolates ... it's more like a jar of jalapenos. What you do today might burn your behind tomorrow. "

Sorry Suki and Dave - thinking about you guys!

FYI, I got booted too, at a really stressful time, and it really totally SUCKED!! They can be pretty strict on this board. Better not say more or I might get dumped again, but I totally get Suki's frustration with that.

Sending good thoughts your way,
Owen

Suki-Sorry to hear of your BFN and your suspension. You are very lucky to have such a great dh to do this for you. Our thoughts are with you both.

Suki & Dave...I am sorry to hear the news of BFN, you two will be in my thoughts and prayers! I am sorry you got booted Suki, we can't wait til you can get back on....we are thinking of you two!
(((((hugs)))))
http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif yaaaaaaaaaa

Ok Owenville, and Rachellara, it looks like we're all next...Owen, lets hope our early BFN's were a fluke and it was just to early?! Positive thoughts http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/biggrin.gif
Good luck to you guys...I am praying for everyone!
http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif Me

Suki and Dave,

I'm so sorry for the BFN http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/frown.gif . Dave - how sweet of you to get on here and keep us posted. Please pass on our thoughts and prayers to Suki for us. Your post made me cry....and I'm not much of a cryer (is that a word?). You guys must be really good together... take care of each other. Big hugs to both of you.

suki and dave - my prayers to you both during this time... please know we are all here to support you and listen when you are in need! hugs, jen

Suki and all with BFN this past week, I am sorry to hear. I know that even though you always know there is a chance it may be negative, it is always devastating. I guess August sounds like a good month too! I will test this Friday and feel very negative about this one. I can't seem to pick myself up and believe that there is a possibility.
Sammy

Dear Suki & Dave http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/love2.gif,
I'm very sorry to hear about the results. I want you to know that I'll be thinking of you & I truly hope that it will not hurt for too long and you will be up & trying again.

Let me wish you the best of luck in everything you do and the http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/t_up.gif for the next try with loaaaaaaaads of baby dust blowing your way...

Lots of love,

Sarka

To my dearest 2ww girls http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/t_up.gif,

I'm blowing the promised baby dust in your way... pfoooooooooooooo, pfooooooooooooo, pfoooooooooooo for Ovenwille, Amber, Rachellara, Sammy, Octobergirl, Goodtimes, 18again Becky, Lynn & KJInky!!!!

You have no idea how much I want for all of you to happen!!!!!!

Very very much!

The best of luck in the whole wide world!

Lots of love,
Sarka http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif

Thank you very much, Sarka http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif I appreciate the "Baby Dust!!" I am 11dpo and the nasty witch should be here Saturday or Sunday. Not having any symptoms of her right now. Just waiting it out......

Sarka - CONGRATULATIONS, again http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/bouncing.gif I am still tickled pink for you. Let us know when your next doc appointment is.... k....

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L8 (Becky)
**TTC Since October 2001**
"Life isn't like a box of chocolates ... it's more like a jar of jalapenos. What you do today might burn your behind tomorrow. "

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Any time Becky! I hard to blow hard to get it half across the globe http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gifJust 3 or 4 days for you.... let is BFP!!! I'm sure more is coming I CAN FEEL IT!!!

My u/s is on 25.8. to see how many cookies are there... and I just pray for the heartbeat first...

http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/bouncing.gif Sarka

SARKA - How many "Cookies" do you think may be in there???? I know it would be nice to have one good healthy baby but what if there is more http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif My cousin's wife had IVF and the doc put 6 fertile eggies in there. She is having...... "TWINS" It is so wild how you can have 6 good eggies and only two take. Best of luck to you on August 25th. Now you are back in the wonderful 2ww again but this will be a good wait http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/wink.gif

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L8 (Becky)
**TTC Since October 2001**
"Life isn't like a box of chocolates ... it's more like a jar of jalapenos. What you do today might burn your behind tomorrow. "

Sarka (((HUGS)))
You are such a sweet person, we love you being here so much, for some reason you made me tear up...you're such a doll.
I am so excited for you and DH, I really hope you keep us all updated (I know I have said that a few times before) I really mean it, you have brought a lot of joy and encouragement to this board in a very short time. You are an important part of this support group I swear!
I hope there will be a lot more BFP's in the next week...we need em!!
Good luck to you!
http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif ya

You guys are so great! We appreciate all the support. I know this board and you girls are so much help to Beth.

We found out we have another problem, and as embarassed as I am to admit it, Beth has asked me to do so to you guys so we can maybe get your imput. I have hight motility and count, but just found out this time that morphology is only 2% normal. They want to sit down with us but didn't give us an appt until the 19th of this month. Any stories of success with low morph or ideas of how to change the 2% to a much higher number?

Sarka Beth was so excited for you! She was so sad that she could be part of the string of msgs wishing you luck with your pg and congratulating you. It's funny to see her cry over people she hasn't met. This board is a wonderful thing for you guys and if you need a DH to testify to your DHs, I'm the guy. It made all the difference. Sarka, we can't wait to hear all about the appt on the 25th! We hope that you get as many "cookies" as you want and get to see/hear a heartbeat at that appt!

Good luck to all the other 2WWers!

Dave

Dave -

My dh is a Dave, too, and you sound incredibly cool and supportive, just like my Dave. Lucky lady http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif!

Well 1 1/2 hrs to go until I get my results - in the meantime I'm distracting myself with Season 3 of Sex and the City.

Talk to you soon!

Owen

Suki and Dave, I'm so sorry for your BFN. I know how even though the chances are only 15%, you can still really get your hopes up. Thinking of you.
Amy

Hellooooooooo http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/biggrin.gif !!!

Becky I think I will have one cookie - that what I saw on the creen, but RE said I had two follies there... what do I know - I have been so wrong about this cycle http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/redface.gif http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/t_up.gif to Becky!

Amber... how do you do it girl? You seem to everywhere I click...how do you manage http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/smile.gif ? I noticed you a veteran now! It might sound funny, but when I started first and saw somebody was a veteran I imagined somebody 70years old... not your case! You are a blondie, aren't you? That makes two of us! You have been so sweet, your posts always bringsmile to my face http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/biggrin.gif.... http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/t_up.gif fro Amber!

Sarka & Cookie http://www.healthboards.com/ubb/heart.gif

Sammy05...you're next...can't wait to hear
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