I should be sleeping, eating, making my morning coffee, studying, or going to buy paint...anything but writing.
The last few months have reformatted my being. I've hit the restart and am currently reloaded. I think we have all the programs loaded now.
School has been going really well. I did really good in my first semester and have made it through A&P and the intro classes. Now the info gets juicier.
This last break between sessions has been a revolving door of visitors for me. First reuniting with Gav, then my parents and now my sister. I go back to school in just under three weeks.. so will have to focus.
Currently I have been obsessing over Eats on Feets. Shell's project that manifested into something amazingly large. I have been working with another women (and many others) to write the most comprehensive informed choice document on milk sharing.in the last two weeks I probably spent over 150hrs on this....and not on school.
All this with births and prenatals, belly casts and placenta encapsulation, and putting the finishing touches on the birth centre, that is absolutely gorgeous (hence needing to go purchase paint).
the great thing about working on this document is that it has allowed me to polish up on my research skills. I feel a bit more in touch with my educational being.
Really trying to balance things and not get caught in a trap though. Still have a lot of things finish up for school. Time with Gav was great. We toured all over AZ, did lots of hiking, cycling and exploring. It was really sweet and provided a wee holiday...but I am missing him and trying to find THAT balance now and peace in our distance.. which is a struggle. You'd think i wasn't busy enough.. but no matter how busy i am i can't forget my love.
Life is good and sweet.
p.s. visitors are always welcome in my come. extended periods allowed...all i ask is you provide meals. my sister made a divine stew last night.
xoxo
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We love you Tracy. You bring so much color and beauty to our lives. *Cant wait to see the paint.
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Just now found your blog! Thank you for all that you have done, Tracy. Absolutely wonderful and very much appreciated. I think I love you too! ;-)
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