been workin' on this designation in a very relaxed way for a few years now, hanging out, waiting for a good spot for the confirmation ceremony...when he heard "Hawaii" he really shifted into high gear. Still has two courses, but he studies the exact OPPOSITE of me (ie, he really doesn't study so much as strategically cram 10 days prior to the exam), so he shouldn't have a problem finishing. However, I have BEGGED him to build in a month's breathing room before the deadline, just in case he fails something (which has never happened) or something unforeseen happens. I think he likes to watch my hair turn gray though...he promises, but I won't be surprised if he's testing the day before the cut off for the '08 designation awards.