And they're wrong! My relationship with my dad was strained at best while growing up. However, we had been able to reconnect and grow our relationship after I moved back to the G.R. area. Slowly but surely things got better between us, but still weren't to where they should be. I felt that I couldn't really let my guard down completely because I had been let down so many times in the past. Well, I have to say that he did something extraordinary by taking some of the stress out of our lives yesterday. He surprised us by helping us out financially with our IVF costs. In addition, the money that he gave is not to be paid back; he said that his payback will be when he gets to hold his grandchild in his arms...aaaaand cue tears! I was a blubbering mess after this news and don't know how I'm going to be able to thank him enough. This was the first time in my life that he has given such a gift without me asking for it.
On a related note, we had more prayers answered yesterday when another family member (who wishes to remain anonymous) gave us a substantial gift of money toward our IVF costs as well....aaaand cue tears again! It was a very wet night in our house last night! This family member said that they knew how much we have struggled to get pregnant and they wanted to help make things easier on us. It really made us realize how absolutely AMAZING our families are and what wonderful support systems we have (financially and emotionally). We are also excited for the day when we can pay forward the amazing generosity that has been given to us. Needless to say, I awoke feeling very refreshed this morning and really looking forward to the weeks ahead!
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