Well, I have realized over the past several days, that if I want to get packed and be ready to move in ...gasp...4 weeks! I really need to limit my online time. Part of that is because I have friends that are desiring to spend time with our family, and I really can't say no. So, I just wanted to let you all know that my time here is going to have to be very limited until the end of May. I didn't want you all to worry about me. When I find things spinning out of control, or days that I have some time, I'll come here for encouragment and uplifting!
My dh told me over the weekend (actually reminded me) how much he hates moving. I don't mind moving, but this time it's tough for a few reasons...the primary one is leaving our church family (and they are truly family) and the only house my children have ever known. One of the other BIGGIES is packing and decluttering as I go. We have accumulated so much JUNK in this house over the past 11 years, and now I have to throw it all out! I just hope that I don't regret throwing some of this stuff out later on!
Speaking of throwing stuff out, over the weekend, dh took a load of stuff to the dump...580 pounds! and I threw another 200-300 pounds out in our trash here on the ranch! And that was without even going into the kids' room! I'm really hoping to be able to get to the kids' room on Tues or Thurs.
Talk to you all really soon!
Blessings,
Lori
Re-committing myself to a healthy lifestyle that will include regular (and increasing) exercise, and following the baby steps rule on food. 6/17/08
Posts: 3159 | Location: California | Registered: March 11, 2004
Lori, Take care of yourself, and know that I will be thinking about you. I've been through moving as you know (twice) and I know how much difficult and time-consuming it is. If I deliver before you're back on the board, I will postpone posting the baby's pictures until you're officially settled and back . Good luck with everything.
Posts: 84 | Location: VA | Registered: March 15, 2004
Good luck, Lori. That does sound like a lot of stuff to get through. It's good that you're decluttering now so you don't have to move a bunch of stuff you don't really want. Take good care of yourself during this stressful time!
----------- Jen
Posts: 2872 | Location: Ohio | Registered: March 11, 2004
I can sympathise. I gave away at least seven bags of clothes to the church when cleaning out my old place. I wish I could have sent them on to folks ooh, a robin is outside! Giving things away to the church is a good thing, maybe you can get your kids to sort through their toys to give some to charity and some to friends as a memento.
Lori, best of luck! I know what a trying experience moving is for just little ol' me from one little apartment to the other, so I can't even imagine what it's like for a whole family and a whole house! A LOT of work, that much I know!
Please always balance the need to get it all done with the need to take care of Lori!!
We will be thinking of you and wishing you good progress over the next few weeks.
Posts: 7864 | Location: Rehoboth Beach, DE | Registered: March 12, 2004
I'll be thinking about you Lori! I hope the move goes smoothly and that you find a great new home.
As for the sorting/throwing stuff away - that's one of my favorite parts about moving! I HATE clutter and it always feel so good to get EVERYTHING organized before a move. And just remember how much work you'll be saving yourself on the other end!
Good luck Lori! I'll miss seeing your posts!
Out of our beliefs are born deeds; out of our deeds we form habits; out of our habits grows our character; and on our character we build our destiny.
Good luck with the move! Having moved a lot, I love the feeling of throwing out accumulated junk. You'll be surprised how much stuff you can get rid of that you won't miss. My mom always has a giant yard sale when my parents have to move. One year, she brought people into the house and asked if there was anything else they wanted!
Ask yourself if you have thought about any of the stuff in your house. If you haven't or if you say to yourself "I didn't know this was here" - trash it or sell it. When it comes to things to leave for your kids, you don't need to keep every doll, toy, piece of clothing. Keep one representative item and sell the rest.
Posts: 31 | Location: Hollywood, CA | Registered: March 17, 2004
I'm really hoping to be able to get to the kids' room on Tues or Thurs.