I got a job!

Hi girls,

I just wanted to let you all know that I finally got a job! I am the new Donor Services Coordinator for the Greater Cincinnati Alzheimer's Association! I went in today to meet with the Executive Director and they offered me the position immediately following that meeting, which I was not expecting! To make things even crazier, I start TOMORROW and the first event is Saturday! I'm very excited but also nervous. This is by far their busiest time and I'm just going to have to hit the ground running. I'm sure it will be fine but also crazy stressful. Just wanted to quickly let you all know!! See you soon!

Amy

Best Martini Ever

Girls! Alex and I are in Lexington spending the weekend.. Just wanted to give you a quick update because I found my favorite martini ever. I know the majority of you are spending the weekend in Pitt so maybe you can make it together!!!!!!!

PIXIE STICK


vodka, triple sec, island blue pucker,

grape pucker, sweet and sour and Sierra Mist
 
 
LOVE YOU ALL!

LP

I miss you!

Hi!

I hope everyone is off enjoying their summers and SHARK WEEK! I miss everyone dearly. I want to let you all know that I passed my boards, so I'm officially an RN! I can't even tell you how good it feels to finally be able to say "I'm an nurse" rather than "I'm in nursing school (blah blah blah)"

Eric and I are moving to Memphis the 20th. We have yet to find a place to live. This is what happens when you leave a job for a man ; ). We are trying to buckle down and find a place tomorrow. I am really starting to get excited about the move. After living with our families this summer, I'm looking forward to some alone time, you know? I start school the 24th. I am looking forward to it, but in typical Maria (worry-wart) fashion, I am nervous about how I will do, as I have no experience in the work field. I have faith that everything will work out, it just might take some extra effort. I am still in therapy for my knee and am unable to run, so I really want to start doing yoga to get my strength up. Enrolling in a class at a gym is one of the first things I want to do when I get to Memphis. I will tell you this summer hasn't really felt like much of a summer though... from studying for boards to studying for grad school there really hasn't been a break. So to celebrate graduation (and obtaining a huge loan) from grad school, I want to plan a fun sun-filled vacation. Of course, you are all invited! Maybe we should take my new passport for a joy ride! Ideas? It's never too early to start planning ; )

I will get to see Amy on Saturday. Eric bought us two kayaks this summer (so I can get some exercise) and we are planning on taking them out at Ryland. And LC and LP will be meeting me at Fogata this Thursday. So, I am glad I get to see a few of you before I venture out into the real world (though a full 1806 reunion would be incredible). I really feel so lucky to have all 5 of you in my life. It feels so good to have solid friendships that I know will be life-long. Maria, where are you moving to? I have not heard much about what new events are taking place in your life. And Erin, how is the new job?!

I love you all. Please visit me (as soon as I find a place!)

Love, MJ

Hope All is Well!

Hope new jobs, house hunting, wedding planning, moving, vacations, and things in general are all going well! I am going to be wrapping up my internship in the next couple of weeks not before a 3-day basketball camp, trip to a baseball game and a trip down to the Bengals training camp (for the kids of course but I do get to go!). All will be lots of fun but I will not be winding down in terms of the amount of work before I leave- not that that’s a bad thing. I’ve really enjoyed it and learned a lot, mainly that this is what I want to do. I’m just starting to look for full time jobs. I’m also hoping to get a trip out to California in there before a new job might start.

John was just here for 5 days too. We had such a perfect visit. I can’t tell you how nice it was to have him home even for just a few days. My life is kind of crazy here and having him here was kind of calming. He stayed here and my parents were cool enough to pretend like him sleeping in my room wasn’t weird (minus a couple inevitable comments from my mother who just can’t resist being awkward). We really had so much fun, though. We went to a Reds game and out to a dueling piano bar with Brie and Drew which was a blast. He convinced me to play golf, we spent a lot of time with his family and mine, we took Sarah to Graeters, went to his favorite restaurants and hung out at the lake. Mostly we just spent a lot of time together. Taking him to the airport resulted in a 24 hour long depression but I'm so grateful he was able to be here just to visit me (and his family too, I guess). This roller coaster long distance stuff sure gets old as many of you can attest to. Hopefully next time it wont take as long to see each other. And trust me, I'm working on getting him back here for good (and so is he!).

As Laur said, I’d love to hear what’s going on in everyone else’s lives! Love to you all!

Amy

Long Time No Talk

Hey girls -

Time has been flying so much! Sounds like this year is a big year for moving with Maria R, Maria J, LC and myself all moving to new places! LC, I heard that you decided on a place, are you settled in yet or what is the date? Maria and I both seem to be playing a little bit of a waiting game. I am excited to finalize what city I'll be in at least! There are only 2.5 months til the wedding and with everything that's going on I am not sure how Alex and I will make time for house searching! I might have to leave it up to him....... yikes.

This weekend was my new roommate, Jenna's birthday. It was beautiful weather in Columbus, besides the freak storms that have been happening today! I am absolutely loving the summer weather, I only wish I could spend more of my time at the pool. This weekend, Karleya and I (and her friend Megan) will be driving down to South Carolina to visit her parents. I am very much looking forward to traveling to somewhere other than Cle, Cincy, or Louisville.

Does anyone else have any trips planned or anything fun coming up soon? Hopefully the answer to that question is YES!

Would love to hear what's going on with each of you!

<3 Laur

4th of July Invite

Hi girls,

First of all I just wanted to say what an awesome weekend I had last weekend! Congratulations one last time Maria! How amazing to see everyone all in one place! I really missed you guys. I know we always say this but I do not laugh harder with anyone else.

I also just wanted to "formally" invite you all to Ryland for the 4th of July. I know most or probably all of you already have plans as usual but the invitation is there none the less. It is actually a lot of fun although it has rained the last couple years. There is a parade (of mostly golf carts and the local fire truck haha), games, turtle races, pool and lake games, lots of drinking and eating and fireworks, too. Also, believe it or not, the Horn family may be starting a new tradition of 4th of July Flip Cup at our house (if that doesn't sell you, I don't know what will!). Anyway, there are a zillion people that come down for it and it is just a lot of fun. So all are welcome for the weekend. Just putting it out there :)

Amy

WHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAT?!?!?! No way! There goes Irish dancing and fun down the pooper!

Anyway, I am planning on coming Sat and leaving Sunday next weekend. Amy and I were talking about getting a hotel if everyone is going to be too crowded. Lauren, what are your plans for that weekend? Maria, are you still coming (please say yes)?!?!?!?!?

MJ....CONGRATS!!!! YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your graduation couldn't be a more perfect time for a reunion.

Love and miss you all.

Erin