Thursday, May 6, 2010

Laramie, We Will Miss You!

I'm writing this post through many tears, some happy, some sad. My husband accepted a job at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado. The opportunity arose to work with a good friend and we feel it's the best move for our family. Laramie has been SO good to us. I came kicking and screaming in 2006 and will leave with many tears in 2010. Ben and I have been married for 10 years and lived in a lot of different places, but this one was the first that has truely been home. We've come to love the beauty of the land and be able to overlook the wind and snow. Mountain biking at Happy Jack, hiking at Vedawoo, summers at the Rec pool, Laramie Wrestling Club for the boys, hockey, soccer, flag football, and all of the wonderful men and women who I teach step, spin and water to. Most of all I'll miss the dear, sweet, wonderful friends that I have made. Brendan, our real estate guide and his sweet wife Caitlan. Jeanette...sorry I can't even go there. Stephanie...where to start?! Holly, Jessica, Betsy, Cathy, Becky, Becci, Jessi, Christine, Tiffany Cook, Tiffany Newtan, Janice, Whitney, Michele, Nancy, Shantel, I'm sure I'm forget some of you. But, my girls, I love you so much. Heavenly Father loves you so much. My world has had so much more meaning these past few years as I've come to truely understand, with perfect clarity, Christ's love for us. I know he'll watch over us where ever we are and he'll make sure we end up where we're supposed to. I love you and I'll miss you. Don't worry though, I'll make a visit to Laramie June 29th for the midnight showing of Eclispe...FOR SURE!!!

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

I am shocked and sad. When is the move?

Anonymous said...

Kelli, when did all of THIS happen? We just talked yesterday.
At least your house is sold. And you'll be looking in a whole new place for somewhere with a chicken coop for Vance...
Will Colorado be any closer to Boise? What is Ben's new position?Mom

Anonymous said...

OH MY GOODNESS!!!! I am so sadden by this news. I know I am leaving, but I wanted to leave Laramie knowing that if I came back that I could always visit my girls in Washington Park Ward. I am sooo sad:( I hope you are well and if you need help give me a call. Holly

Anonymous said...

Kelli, Thank you for being you!! I will miss you & your sweet family but I will really miss your sweet & stong testimony you have shared with all of us. You have taught me so much & I will miss your wonderful lessons (and tears). Thanks for giving up your time to teach us step. I'm glad you're not moving too far away. We'll have to plan temple & shopping trips. You're right on the way!! Love you lots, Cathy

Laramie Despains said...

So sad you are leaving. You have been such a positive influence in so many of us Washington Park ladies' lives. Thanx for the motivation. But, new adventures are exciting. But just remember where your loyalty lies as far as Twilight. :)

Jason Vombaur said...

I wish you all the best in your move and hope the new position works out well for your family. At least Ben has some family in that area that you can also visit with. Take care.

Jason Vombaur

sshegwer said...

What the crap sister? The house couldn't have sold at a better time I guess! Are you at least going to be closer to a normal airport?

Tom and Jen Loveland Family said...

Wow. I just heard that your house sold and I am so happy for you in that regard and for the opportunities in your future. You will definitely be missed! The best of everything in your future! Glad to have this blog to stay updated on your new adventures.

jeanette said...

I love you. you are truly my sister and i will miss you. we just might be puttin a few miles on the van-o!!

Mikelle said...

WOW, I'm so confused? When did this come up? I thought for sure when I started reading you were moving to Boise? Anywho, keep us posted on what's next. I'm really excited for you guys!!!

Caitlin said...

Hi, Kelli- I just retrieved my computer from the office and am catching up. I am so sorry to see you guys go and you know Brendan is going to miss you guys like no other! I wish I would have taken more time to get to know you better. But I feel like I know you guys pretty well through all the hilarious stories Brendan tells me. :) You guys crack me up! I hope we get over to see you all in Greeley and I would offer our home to you guys when you came to Laramie if it weren't for the cat. :(

Off to the next great adventure! Talk to you soon and hope to see you between now and when you leave... We'll have to have a big going away party!

ISAAK'S said...

Kelli, I just wanted to let you know how much your friendship has meant to me. You will never know what an inspiration you have been to me! You are truly a very special person and I will miss seeing you. You better call me when you come back for twilight!
Kristine Isaak