March 19th, 2009

[houseelf]

Re: March 19th, 2009

Sending love and good wishes for an ideal match for everyone!

Kelly

Re: March 19th, 2009

I can't believe it's time for match day again... good luck everyone waiting! I remember last year at this time, it was so hard to think of anything else.

I thought it was really amazing witnessing a roomfull of people all getting their matches at once - the energy was absolutely through the roof. I couldn't even hear dh telling me where he'd matched when he opened his letter, he had to show it to me so I'd know.

I wish you all the very best.

Re: March 19th, 2009

Thanks for all the support from past "matchers"

At Dh's school they put all the envelopes on a table at noon and everyone goes crazy for them...plus there is champagne which I'm sure makes it all a little more interesting.

We will be participating...particularly in the champagne part...then we have a dinner with family (his family is local) PLUS we have a bottle of wine we purchased when DH first started med school that was put away for this day...can't wait to try it!

[Bittersweet]

Re: March 19th, 2009

PLUS we have a bottle of wine we purchased when DH first started med school that was put away for this day...can't wait to try it!

That's a really neat idea! We do something similar for our anniversary, I wish we would have thought to do it for this occasion, oh well.

Re: March 19th, 2009

GOOD LUCK!!! Remember how your story unfolds is based on [i]you[i] not necessarily on where you go. The TRUE accomplishment for all is passing through this phase into the next.

[Thirteen]

Re: March 19th, 2009

Well ladies and gentlemen,

DF didn't match this year. Our plan originally was to scramble, but remember, our case is kind of unique (he's already in a program, trying to do a different specialty).
I got the text/call today from him, and we spoke briefly. He genuinely seems okay, and a bit relieved just "to know." As it stands, we will be looking for an apt. mid-June and moving in after our wedding. At least now we know what's going to happen.

Plus, you can't go wrong with another 2 yrs. (at least) in southern California.

Good luck to the rest of you, and don't be afraid to bring it all to the table this week.
I am cheering for you!!!

[Bittersweet]

Re: March 19th, 2009

Oh wildfin, my heart sank when I read your post - I’m so sorry.

[alison]

Re: March 19th, 2009

Oh wildfin, my heart sank when I read your post - I’m so sorry.

So did mine. I read this a little while ago, but my post didn't "take."

[ladymoreta]

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I'm sorry wildfin. That stinks. I'm glad he's taking it well, and it's good that he has you to help him with the disappointment.

[MrsK]

Re: March 19th, 2009

((hugs)) So sorry wildfin. Your and your DF's attitude is wonderful. Best of luck to you and have a wonderful wedding.

[moonlight]

Re: March 19th, 2009

I know this isn't what he wanted, but it sounds like he gave it his best shot. Big hugs to you!!!!!!!!!!

Re: March 19th, 2009

SO sorry for you both Wildfin, and I agree your attitude is admirable. It is not such a bad place to be is it?
Are you still going to try for the scramble or is he not eligible now??

[Thirteen]

Re: March 19th, 2009

He's decided against scrambling, which will allow me to apply to my PhD program sooner than originally anticipated. (a true sweetheart)

The truth is, we live in a pretty amazing place, and it is so nice to know that we are together and "stuck" in this edenic setting of tropical, sunny weather

To all those who don't match: PM me, as we (he and I) went through this last year and he got his 7th choice (which he's now very happy with and staying in).
DF was HEARTBROKEN, and I may have some advice as to how to deal with the cruelties of Match.

Thanks iMSNers for being there!!!

[Meenah]

Re: March 19th, 2009