Galactagogue, for the win
I've been taking fenugreek for its galactagogic benefits. Galactagogue is one of my new all-time favorite words. Fenugreek makes me smell like maple syrup. As Steve commented, "[Fenugreek] helps with milk production and keeps Norah coming back for more with that winning maple syrup taste."
Steve is so great. One week from today will mark our tenth anniversary. I thought then and I think now that I am the luckiest girl to ever live to have won such a grand prize as my husband. One week ago today Steve was offered a job that will take him far away from the "law firm" life. He has been floating around, all cloud-nine-like, with a perma-grin ever since. His new job is at BYU. We are excited, but in our family, I tend to be the one who makes arrangements and does all things money. I'm nervous about whether our house will ever sell because every which way I turn all I hear about is Dow Jones down two hundred points, subprime market falling out, jumbo mortgage rates at 8 percent, saturated housing market, blah blah blah. What if we buy a new house in Utah, and then have to pay on two mortgages for a year because we can't give away our Phoenix house? Worst-case scenario, but financial risks make me nervous. I think I like other kinds of risk, sometimes.
Anyway, we're moving! That's our news. Utah, for the win.
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Galactagoguery is one of my favorite topics. El Guille got into my fenugreek tablets and smelled like maple syrup for a week. His room also had that funny smell where he sprinkled the caplets like fairy powder.
Are you guys going to live in Provo or another city near there?
And then I remembered that the next time I say that I can probably just stop by in person. And that is why it's good to be c jane.
Steve -- every blogger should write about galactagogues.
Courtney -- I know you found out already, but S got a job in the General Counsel Office.
Azucar -- I did. I did indeed say BBQ at the Sandbergs'. Meeting you is a must!
Sarah -- Isn't your husband a Utahn? Join us!
Aim -- I'm leaning toward P-town. Who the heck knows where we'll end up!
...And I used to drink fenugreek tea when I was nursing, but I didn't notice the maple syrup effect.
...And you are right about the uncertain housing market.
It really was artful how you wrapped that all in one neat little bloggy package.
We'll have to get the boys together sometime. I was really impressed with how well they got along (I promise to keep Ezra from throwing dirt next time, though).
We've just decided to put our house on the market (yes, again) ... wanna buy it? I'm sure Steve won't mind a 40 minute commute every day. :-)
(I feel so cool to know the blogging queens of Provo!)
Congrats on a big decision made. We just went through this process, but we felt we still belong here in Oregon. This is our home. I am excited for your new adventure and it seems like you have lots of friends who will welcome you to Utah. Congrats on your anniversary also, ours is the 21st. You seem very happy and that is awesome!!
1. because I heart Provo.
2. because your husband is smiling about his professional prospects.
3. because you're leaving your stifling heat and i want leave mine.
but mostly, i'm just so happy for you guys and hope for the quick sale of your house! Good Luck!
And I love BYU despite the ridiculous buildings they keep throwing up, nothing AT ALL against President Hinckley but anyway.
And, wouldn't it make a great story if Egloria and Kasm became neighbors in real life? Blogging is out of control I tell you, out of control.