Friday, February 25, 2011

Across the Pond

We have some big news to share.  BIG news.  (No, I'm not pregnant.)

Last May Ryan graduated from law school.
Last October we found out that Ryan passed the Bar.
Next month the journey continues as Ryan will begin his first official job as a licensed attorney . . . 
for the Unites States Air Force!


Remember that show JAG?!  Ryan was sworn in last month and will go into active duty early March.  We are both doing our best to navigate a new world as our family steps into military life.  Especially since our first assignment will be overseas.  In about a month we are leaving Seattle and moving to . . .


ENGLAND!

It's hard to say goodbye to a city we love with friends who have become like family, but we are looking forward to a new adventure and living close to KayeK and Big Daddy!  Change is coming.

9 comments:

The Adventures Ashley said...

WOW!! i am so happy for you guys! and surprised! the air force??!?! i had no idea that was even an option! did you know i used to live in england as an airforce brat? what base will you be at?? so excited for this next phase of life. you will love it and God will use you wherever you are. England is amazing and I hope you can really explore it! love you!

sandra @ eastern journey said...

Wow. So happy for you guys. (Secretly, I was hoping Asia.)

Leslie said...

So funny...just yesterday I was thinking, "It's Feburary and we still haven't heard what the Paynes are up to!" You read my mind. SO excited to hear about your plans! I have to say that growing up in the Air Force was one of the best gifts my parents gave me.

Kaci Jo said...

Congratulations!!!! I am so excited for your family!

danielle said...

wow! how exciting!!

Mother said...

We are so proud of you, Ryan.

Mom & Dad

Andy and Kaye said...

Yeah! England is waiting and excited. . . well, KayeK is waiting and excited. I have been buying toys and videos and fun things to have in my KayK play box for Rooke and Gretchen. Grateful for this next stage of your lives and that we get to witness it a bit closer.
KayeK

annaelyse said...

that is SO exciting ang! :)

Kendra said...

Wow - that's awesome! I'm happy for you that you'll get to be close to KayeK and Big Daddy :)