Higher

This year I set the goal to be more organized. That included people's birthdays. One of my moms favorite things are birthdays. She loves to celebrate people and life's adventures. Sometimes I don't know what to get or do for her because she does so much for me everyday. Nothing is good enough for my mom. I am quite lucky to have her, don't want to even think about where I would be without her influence.

This year Time Out For Women came to our city!!! I immediately knew that I was getting my mom a ticket. Only problem was it was before her birthday so I would have to give it before hand. Luckily she was able to forgive me for jumping the gun. Lol. Good thing she's wonderful. Activities are my favorite kind of gifts. Who needs more stuff!

Time Out For Women (tofw) is a conference for women. It is organized based on the beliefs and values of members of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints but open to the public. During tofw there are speakers who share their life experiences and inspirational musicians. Tofw is not a typical religious event. There was clapping, hollering, singing, dancing, laughter, learning and some tears. It is a wonderful combination.

I find tofw is a great way for me to renew and revitalize my opinion on womanhood. I love being a woman but sometimes I let myself get down on the roles and responsibilities that I have.

Not only did my mom come but we almost had a row of family. I love getting together with my mom, siblings, aunts, cousins and my grandma. I know that doing things together strengthens our relationships and allows us to lean on each other. They help keep me solid.

Growing up we listened to devotional s on tape in the car. Some of those talks have stayed with me and they probably will forever. We met one of our favorite speakers!! Here he is Brad Wilcox!!

Hilary weeks is a musician and also very inspiring. I am very impressed with her music, music reaches the soul like nothing else can. She also incorporates experiences and lessons into her presentations. One of my favorite things she sharing this year was power positions. We all have things we don't want to do. Laundry, dishes, deal with various circumstances, etc. she talked about our mindset and how some positions help us to focus on what's ahead and accomplish with power. My favourite was the "wonder woman." Here we are with our poses. Enjoy our goofiness we certainly do.

Here is another speaker, her name is Kris Belcher. Incredible story. I always learn more about trials and the power of perspective. Perspectives are a choice. I can choose to see the good, the hand of God or focus on the negative. Kris not only focuses on the good but has learned to laugh with life. Especially at the circumstances she gets into as a blind women. She is a hoot. If you have the chance to hear or meet her I highly suggest it.