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Hey Ya'll. I officially declined this morning. I whom ever takes my spot really enjoys there time at Duke and gives it the 100% passion I could not. I am looking into setting up a priviate therapy practice so if you guys ever have patients from the Asheville area needing therapy, you know who to call. Congrats to all of us on our hard work and big pay offs. GO BLUE DEVILS!

Good news for all of those on the waitlist. I got in, but have decided its just not the right time for me to make the time or money commitment. So theres a space for you! I've really loved "meeting" and going through all this with you. Best of luck to everyone. Please keep in touch!!

Sara~ Good luck today! My boyfriend and I are leaving in a few hours! Hope we don't get stuck in Durham. They are saying Asheville is going to get 10 inches! Eeekk. Can't wait to see everyone, have safe travels!

Thanks Ladies. I think it will be fine. I want to look professional but comfortable too. For all you ladies coming in from out of State its going to be COLD, they are even talking about snow. Make sure to bring a warm jacket. Also if you are hanging out on Saturday the high is 27 and snowy so bring your Uggs!!

Hey Ya'll Ok one question. Is anyone not wearing a suit. I'm just not a full on suit girl. I was thinking dark grey slacks, white button down with pewter colored flats. I mean very classy just not a suit. You all think that is ok?

For everyone attending the Duke Day on the 29th. The weather is supposed to be cold and rainy. Lets all send positive thoughts and prayers for a weather change!!!

Hey Ya'll! Is everyone staying at the Millineum? I want to be able to meet everyone but we are staying at The Indigo Hotel. My boyfriend is coming with me but not to the actual day. I'm sure he will be holed up doing some work drinking a beer somewhere! I'd love to meet up for Que and a cocktails :) I still have not gone shopping...tomorrow is the day. I will report back with my wardrobe choice. Also I am a bit sad about the "wear comfortable shoes" thing. I am pretty attached to my stilettos

Hey Everyone! Wow, it feel like I've been gone forever. I have been so busy lately, I've not had a chance to check in. I am so excited for everyone who is interviewing this week (today!) and for all of us whom are interviewing 1 week from today (eeekkkeeee) I am so looking forward to meeting everyone. At this point I'm ready to get it done, the anticipation is killing me!! Oh yea and CONGRATS KEBUNT!!!! I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO EXCITED FOR YOU!!!!!!

Hey Kelly! Welcome to the Club. I hope you will like NC. Duke boast an absolutely stunning campus, though last time I was there it was spring and there were tulips absolutely everywhere! It will be a bit brown and barren this time of year but I think you will enjoy it here in NC, I know I do (I live about 3 hours away in Asheville NC).

Ok Gator. I'm sold, Watt-Hillandale it is! Thank you for all your awesome information.

Good question kspills, I was going to ask the exact same thing.

Random question, are there dog parks around the Watt-Hilandale area?

Gator! That was a huge help. I was unaware that South Durham was so far away from Duke, I was thinking it was closer to 10 mins so I am glad you corrected me. I am looking forward to looking more at the Watts-Hillandale area, sounds safe and close to campus. Renting a house would be prime as I have a dog might be angry with me if he did not have a back yard! Thanks again for the info!

Hey Everyone! It feels like forever! Hope everyone had a great Holiday and wonderful New Years! I've been snowed/iced in for what feels like weeks. The wild chill is -8 degrees for tonight...someone send me back to the deep south! Can anyone tell me about the area near the Shops at Southpointe? I have been to that area a few times and it seem nice/safe. For me, safety is a priority. I'd also like to be near shopping ect, and of course not really far from campus. I appreciate all the information on Old West Durham and the Watts- Hillandale area, I am going to look them up for sure! Carolina...good luck girl! I still hope to meet you when we are all in the area :)

Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night.:santa:

Carolina! That is amazing new. Congrats Girl, you should be very proud:yeah:. We will miss you in our little Duke family but you should still come hang out when you can. Best of luck to you!! KeBunt. Just because I happen to enjoy the occasional Lavander Martini or 8, does not mean I am not a responsible chaparone. I'm a childrens therapist for God's Sake, how much more responsible can you get hehe:D

Ahhh the wonders of mapquest! Thanks Twois

Jason~ Did you say you were a Chef at Rue Cler? I have read a bit about it (previously) and always brings rave reviews!

Not into Duke yet, they do interviews first! I have my interview in late January. Do you know if MUSC does interviews?

Hey Twinkle! Thanks for writing back. I am thinking of starting a new thread for those who are applying for 2010 Fall. I just heard about an interview from Duke yesterday but am going to continue pursing MUSC as I adore Charleston and its wayyyyyy cheaper than Duke. I'm almost done with my application, probably send it in with in a week, then send off my applications ect...

Good Morning Friends and Fellow Duke Hopefuls! I have to share, its snowing like crazy in Asheville. We are supposed to get 15 inches today! That is craaaazy. I am spending the day baking and of course checking in with the crew on All Nurses. Jason, if you are around, how far is the downtown Marriott from Duke? I think I may try to stay there!

Ugh Carolina...Thats what I was going to wear...humph.

Twois it will be brisk here in NC. Asheville is actually getting 5 inches of snow tomorrow (thats a lot for this Mississippi Native)! I too am pretty sure I'm going to buy something new shiny and fabulous. Probably something business snappy. Hmmm a shopping we will go...

Ok Girls, what are we wearing????

OOH MY GOSH. I have been in a stupid meeting for hours and just got back to my computer , awaiting for was THE EMAIL! See you all the 29th :)