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Seattle bound

I'm moving to Seattle, WA. While I am saddened to be leaving the awesome communities I've been apart of (Especially Web608 and Lothlorien). I'm excited about the new prospects in Seattle. If you are or know of someone in Seattle I should meet up with let me know.

This Saturday there is a farewell pizza party everyone is invited to.

See you on the West Coast!

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Location: Seattle, WA, USA

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  1. katyhuffTuesday, January 05, 2010

    Madison is woefully unprepared for your absence. Of course, Seattle is similarly unprepared for your presence, but is no doubt still blissfully unaware of the magnificent pancakes you'll bring. Your future holds great things. Don't drop them in that big ocean.

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  2. Abraham WilliamsTuesday, January 05, 2010

    Thanks Katy! I'll try not to.

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  3. Peter DentonSaturday, January 09, 2010

    abraham, looking forward to meeting you in Seattle

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  4. Abraham WilliamsSaturday, January 09, 2010

    Thanks Peter. I'm really looking forward to being in Seattle. We should definitely meet soon.

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