Another Gushy Post

I'm in such a "gushy" mood right now.  I'm feeling incredibly blessed, thankful, and happy at the moment.  

I went out of town for a conference this week and had to leave my little family at home to fend for themselves.  Now, I'm going to pat myself on the back for just a second.  I have Brianna on an amazing schedule and I had the house stocked with her necessities before leaving.  Even with all of the preparations made and the excitement of some fun time away from home there were a few tears shed as I left the house.  

Brianna was able to stay in her normal schedule with our neighbor allowing her to play with her toys, go back and forth between houses, and nap in her bed.  Shirley, Michael, Peggy and my mom all called frequently to check in on ME which made me feel loved. They knew no matter what I would be worried about her so I received frequent updates and it was perfect.  

And I was able to enjoy picture updates from Michael and Peggy (MIL) that were proof that she was doing just fine (crazy hair and all): 

So that left me alone... for three night, four days... to relax!!!  I went to Louisville for the Kentucky Rehabilitation Association (KRA) conference.  My work twin was unable to stay with me so I was left in a hotel room by myself.  I drove down Tuesday evening and worked with my Job Placement Division to prepare for our pre-conference that was Wednesday morning.  I'm already on the board but that night they talked me into taking office.  SO that will be interesting in the next two years.  I will have some big shoes to fill!  

My Cozy little room:

The conference itself went great, there were a lot of great sessions and it was fun to hangout and network with other people in our profession statewide. 

And then there is always "The Loot" of course...

In the evenings, after checking in with home, I spent reading, watching a movie or two, got a pedicure (where they also wax eyebrows... which I wasn't sure how I felt about that- but took advantage anyway), did a little window shopping and SLEPT!  

Until this trip I felt like every time I had to go out of town it was really hard to get back into the swing of things again when I returned.  This time has been totally different.  I feel refreshed and so happy to be home.  I'm so excited about spending this weekend with my family... even though the schedule is crazy already.  

I'm so incredibly thankful for a job that allows me to do this and my amazing family and friends which make an amazing support system that allows me to be gone as well.  And I'm also happy to report that Brianna didn't hold a grudge and was more concerned about the necklace I was wearing when I got home than anything.  Nothing can get between my girl and pretty accessories :)