I'll use this as my break time today! :-)

High: Turning in my paper last night and heading to Boston to facilitate a training and then for a conference, but also getting to see a good friend and her baby!

Low: Just some family strife and sadness as we think about this time a year ago and the loss of my niece.

Aha: There are so many hours I won't get back AND I waste a lot of time that I could be spending with my family. I need resources to maximize this time.

This was something peaceful to watch and think about: http://youtu.be/rRwfwyaHXDk

High: Sissy turning 16, Parent Orientation at U of I, safe travels to Italy and back for DH

Low: Sitting in a session for parents :Letting Go. (waves of sadness as my family dynamics changes) nasty head cold I've had for a month

Aha: I love Pinterest.... Nobody really cares if you're miserable - so you might as well be happy!

Go to my blog to find how many ways I found SH!NE in Iowa City ..... http://prdesigns.blogspot.com/

Highs: A lot of fun, fun times with friends. I met a really great guy and I've had a wonderfully fun month getting to know him. Hi Chris! My boys are back from their grandparent vacation.

Lows: I already wrote about this last week but my friends grandaughter lost her big battle for her little life. And then, my friends aunt and uncle were in a really sad car accident and they both lost their lives. My heart breaks for all. My boys were gone for a month! Painting has been slower than I would like. I have only received ONE Heart for the Send Me Some Love Contest!!! Thank you Chaotic!!

Aha: I finally recognized the Universe testing me and gave myself a swift kick in the backside to straighten up. :)

Aha:

Hi everyone! I am coming to you late in the day today because we spent the afternoon on our boat. That is a nice transition to my highs.

Highs: Spending the day on the water with my family. Calm waters, beautiful scenery, and lots of time to think. Other highs for the month include spending time with family friends; Richard winning new business for his company; and bringing closure to some home renovations.

Lows: A sick uncle; one step forward and two steps back with work related projects; and not fitting in enough time to exercise

Ahas: LOTS of personal growth this month and my aha is connected to HOW the growth occurred. I finally shut up and did more listening than I did convincing myself that others "didn't fully understand" or "just didn't see the vision".

Alright...better late than never. Typing on my phone so excuse the brevity.

High: definitely showing up on my Mom's doorstep on Saturday evening after driving 17 hours to surprise her...I'll never forget the look on her face!

Low: work woes

Aha: I was rationalizing why I should and shouldn't drive up to visit and I was talking about everyone else...my admin looked at me and said, well what about Heather...what does SHE want. Then and there I decided to make it happen.

HIGH - Spending a few days in New Orleans for the annual ACUHO-I conference... Awesome networking, great workshops. It was professionally rejuvenating. Plus, I got to meet Tera! Oh, and not to mention, I also took my week vacation this past month. It was great to spend time with my 22-month old niece.

LOW - Work has been pretty draining. No down time for this guy.

AHA - Sometimes even when everyone else gives you their advice, you just have to go with your gut feeling and take your own advice.

High: Fun trip to South Padre Island with a friend, her kids and the girls. Nice get away with my husband to Lake Tahoe for business / pleasure. That is a BEAUTIFUL place. If you have never been, put it on your list of places to visit :). Great Dr. visit. and found out ITS A GIRL. She is very active and healthy! Nice 4th of July weekend. Azlynn's 7th birthday celebration. Carpets cleaned and bunk beds for the girls ordered and waiting on delivery.

Low: Very sad news from a dear friend of mine. Just about as low as you can get.

Aha: When you think your troubles are big...someone ALWAYS larger ones!

high: going back to college

low: finances are rotten...I know money is not what makes the world go round but when you can't make your car payment, something has to give (see high)

aha: I am worthy of an education and I am need more of it to improve my financial situation, even tho funding it will make it WORSE for the next few years... sigh....