Backyard potluck, non-alcoholic bevvies provided, BYO beer/wine if you'd like
From Nonprofit to Nurse: Help Rachel Celebrate!
Almost 50, absolutely unhinged, and doing it anyway.
I'm about to do something a bit wild...
After seven years of showing up for community through my work at HAF, I'm leaving my job, going back to school, and becoming a Registered Nurse. Oh yea, and I'm turning 50 soon! I'm equal parts terrified and excited for my next adventure, and want to gather with all of you - my friends, colleagues, neighbors and loved ones - in celebration of these big life transitions.
Join us:
๐ Saturday, August 1, 2026
๐ 3 pm
๐ 2137 C Street, Eureka CA
This is a backyard potluck-style gathering... non-alcoholic drinks are covered, bring a dish to share or something to grill if you can, and any beverage you prefer. Come hungry either way!
Please no gifts at the party. Your presence and potato salad are enough.
Whether you're able to make it to the party or not, below you'll find some lovely ways to support me in this next chapter if you have the means.
As a single person with one soon to be part-time income, I will be supporting a household of two (me and a dog with opinions about her food) and going to school at a time when everything is getting more expensive by the day.
My life hasn't followed a typical path - no bachelorette party, baby shower, or wedding gifts. It'll just be me, Ruby, and a lot of early morning clinicals and prepping for the NCLEX in my future. I promise I'll spare you the bachelorette party, just help me earn a nursing degree and maybe buy me the Instapot...? ๐
๐ Gift registry: practical things I'll need for school
โ https://www.myregistry.com/wishlist/rachel-montgomery-eureka-ca/5433775/giftlist
๐ธSend a little cash to help me cover bills.
โ Venmo: @RachelDogs
โ Paypal: @RMontgomery976
๐งถ Buy something I made or send me a "coffee"! I crochet earrings, fun bicycle helmet covers and other goofy stuff. And please share with your friends.
โ https://ko-fi.com/rachelandruby
๐พ Dog walks/Dog sitting for Ruby: With my class and clinical schedule, I will need some help with dog care. Reach out if you're interested!
๐งกโShare a meal or coffee date! I may not have much of a social life soon, but would love to stay in touch over a meal or cup of coffee when my study schedule allows!
Please know how much I appreciate your presence in my life, whether you are a close friend or love, neighbor, or colleague. I know I can't do this alone, and I am damn lucky to have so many amazing humans in my community.
Now let's party!
In community and with much gratitude,
Rachel ๐ฟ