Monday, January 31, 2011

This time, we aren't leaving...



We're going back!

Yes, Ryan will be completing his two-year pediatric residency at The Children's Hospital in Denver, Colorado.

We are totally stunned, for a number of reasons--I will explain tomorrow.  For now, a few pictures to get everyone excited:

Real mountains
One enthusiastic Grampy (pictured here wearing my apron)
One adorable Grammy (pictured here wearing Laura's sweats, t-shirt, and tennis shoes)
One good-looking father (pictured here wearing a man sarong)

One amazing restaurant
Yes, there is one near Denver!  And yes, that really does rank as high as my family (JK fam!)

...and a few really good friends who recently moved to Denver after completing dental school last year!  Hooray!  Can't wait to see you guys!

Don't forget:

Party tonight!
8:00 p.m.
Nielson Crib (yes, it on Rounds Ave, we call it a crib)
Anyone is invited!
Dessert will be served.

**THEME: Colorado (I have to admit that I have no idea yet what that entails, but I better figure it out in the next six hours.)  
**SUGGESTED DRESS: Orange and Blue (Broncos colors)

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24 comments:

  1. RachelJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Congrats to you and Ryan! It will be nice for you both to live closer to your families.

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  2. Rachel and TylerJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Congratulations! We will have to meet up with you when we are visitng tyler's family.

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  3. Dave and BristeJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Hello!!! How exciting!! Ivy and I would love to catch up with you guys! Have a great party tonight!

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  4. faithJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Congratulations to both of you!! That is so exciting. Glad it's working out.

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  5. MerryJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Fun! I'm glad for you guys!

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  6. BeckyJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    What about rocky mountain oyster, Rach...nothing is more Colorado than those! I'm excited you are going to be close again!

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  7. sugaryfrogs.blogspot.comJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    I have been waiting all day for the news! I love Denver!!! Congratulations!

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  8. ChelseaJanuary 31, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    Yahooooooo! That will be awesome to be so close to your family! Colorado is one of my very favorite states. Good luck on finding some Rocky Mountain oysters this time of year. :)

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  9. ErinJanuary 31, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Congrats, y'all! I hear CO is pretty fab!

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  10. NeldaJanuary 31, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Hooray! A return to the homeland... sounds like a literary goldmine. Have a fun party tonight!

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  11. RozannahJanuary 31, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    I am really excited for you guys and can't wait to squeal for joy with you tonight...i think i am going to bring some short of Rocky Mountain Road Dessert.

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  12. TashaJanuary 31, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    How exciting!!

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  13. Stephanie EvansJanuary 31, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    I was so excited for you guys when I heard! I'm very jealous of everyone living in Denver right now! We will miss you in the Buff. Congrats!!!!!!

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  14. RaCHeLJanuary 31, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    Could not be more thrilled for you guys! Your family is lucky to have you so close. And man am I jealous about cafe rio! :)

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  15. betseyJanuary 31, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    YIPPPPPEEE!!!!! Congrats to you guys! What a wonderful day!

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  16. Amber and The BoysJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    I heard through my mom who heard through Granny! I am so excited for you and even more excited for your dad! I bet he is over the moon!!! ps-Cafe Rio is RIGHT up there on my list of positives about Utah. I told Josh he has to take me there the very night be moves me to that state.

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  17. Lindsey, J.D.January 31, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Given what you told us about the interview that does seem surprising! But of course we are soooooo excited! I guess it was just meant to be. I'm glad one wait is over and I hope the baby wait is over SOON. We're praying! Can't wait to hang out with you guys!

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  18. The Carlson CrewJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    YEA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm excited you get to head "home." We know that dental school well. :)

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  19. ChristieJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    I hope you are happy with the match! For obvious reason, I am thrilled! But I am thinking the theme food might have been a bit of a challenge; I like the "rocky road" idea. I'm sure you had a great celebration no matter what. Can't wait to hear "the rest of the story".

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  20. LauraJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    WOOHOO!!! Now I can visit you anytime because tickets are so cheap to Denver. Mmmm . . . pork salad . . .

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  21. BeckerFebruary 1, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Welcome "Home," Rach. Can't wait to hear all about it!

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  22. JennyFebruary 1, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    So exciting Rachel! Good luck with the move and hope to see you in CO some day!
    ps-love that picture of you and Ryan hanging from the sign. :)

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  23. UnknownFebruary 3, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    that is so cool. daddio must be so happy! maybe this means we'll see each other sometime in the next decade!!!!!

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  24. LaceyFebruary 3, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    Congrats on the move. Sounds like you'll be closer to your family which is always nice. Too bad it's not salt lake. :)

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