On Fertility and God, Part I

You might see the headline of this article and think, “I know where this is going.”

Have more faith.

Have more hope.

God’s in control.

I could have done something differently.

I could have done more.

I need to prioritize God; that’s why this is happening.

It’s all part of God’s plan.

It’s all happening for a reason.

Keep the faith. Maintain the hope.

Firstly, an important disclaimer:

I’m no theologian, never one who has trained in the Faith.

Neither am I a professional counselor, licensed to work in the psychotherapy modality, or an experienced consultant on this topic, either.

Then who am I, you ask, that I dare put out in the world my ideas on two topics exceptionally mired in taboo, highly controversial, and steeped in misinformation or shame?

Or do you remain curious, wondering what I could possibly say?

All I know is what I know:

That deep in the recess of my heart — in the corners where fear lives, but also where Love pour into over and over — there lies certain inalienable, spiritual truths with which I…