Joe found my makeup last night, so I was able to brush on some mascara before work. I've not worn makeup all week! Ha!
Our son being here last week is all that saved us and got us moved. He was AMAZING, making trip after trip, lifting box after box and shuffling our stuff from room to room. God bless him.
We got the old house emptied on Friday. There was still "stuff" in cupboards, the laundry room, and the garage after the movers took everything else. We got that done except for what we were going to put in the garage sale.
We went home (new house) around 7:00 pm. Joey made us stop to rest, and told us to just get up early and get there before the sale starts to finish up. I got up at 3:30 and we were at the old house by 4:45. We were still putting stuff out at 7:00 when Joe put the sign out and the people started coming. Two-thirds of the junk was gone by 9:30. Garage sale people always amaze me. At 10:00, I called a non-profit group that has a thrift shop, Helping Hands, and they came at 11:00 and packed up EVERYTHING that was left. Everything. We were blessed to make just under $250 and got rid of everything.
There are still boxes everywhere, but the City will do a courtesy pick-up next week of all the boxes and packing materials. That's incentive to get as many emptied as possible.
One last photo of moving day....
If you look closely enough, you will see someone napping at the kitchen table. Bless his heart! We are both still exhausted, but it is all good. I'll post pictures again when things are 'done' and looking much prettier!!
I have missed you all!! I doubt I'll be back again this week, though the closing on the old house is tomorrow afternoon. Looking forward to that being done and getting that check so we can get the bridge loan paid back. One step and one box at a time!!
Thanks for your prayers and good thoughts. Peace & hugs.
What a huge job!!! Just take your good old time putting stuff in place. In a few years you won't even remember how long it took or how impossible it seemed at the time.
ReplyDeleteStep #1, done; step #2 today; step #3 soon! Moving is a job of a lifetime and hopefully you wont have to go through it again. Cant wait to see the finished product. Keep us posted when you can. xoxox
ReplyDeleteMoving is tough. Glad Joey was able to help out. Can't wait to see more pics.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
WHEW!!! Rest up Terri....you have plenty of time to unpack, smiling.
ReplyDeleteOh, gosh! I'm excited and tired. LOL I'm so glad things are going smoothly for y'all. I can't wait to see the new house all put together! Do not overdo it, though. That always backfires on me. :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
ReplyDeleteHurray! That last photo of 'someone' taking a nap is so sweet.
ReplyDeleteSay, those chairs look identical to ones we had a couple of years ago. Unfortunately, the glue/whatever holding the legs expired and one day our friend took an unfortunate fall when it collapsed under him. Wish we'd paid closer attention to the 'seals' on the bottoms. I'd hate for that to happen to one of y'all!!!
We've missed you too!! WoW, you must be tired and running on empty. It's going to be so nice once it's all done. Take care and try not to overdo. Looking forward to more pictures.
ReplyDeleteThat's good to know that there are places that will come & pack up the rest & Take it! That's nice!
ReplyDeleteGolly, that made me tired just listening to the list! Thank goodness it's almost over, 'eh. I pray it continues to go smoothly and quickly. Thanks for sharing the photos of the accomplishments. You're doing well. May the LORD bless and keep you. ~:)
ReplyDeleteA box or two at a time sounds like a great plan. Glad you're seeing light at the end of the tunnel!
ReplyDeleteHow exhausting yet exciting. Now that the hardest part is behind you, you can start having fun putting things in their new place and decorating.
ReplyDeleteYou moved???? I need to go back and get caught up!!!
ReplyDeleteOh my! You guys must be absolutely exhausted! Blessings on you as you get settled in. xo
ReplyDeleteWow! I still remember our last move quite vividly from 14 years ago. You're a champ!
ReplyDeleteIt's so good to hear from you again, but I sure do understand your absence. It's a lot of work! Glad you got a lot of it done!
ReplyDeleteIt's good to catch up with you again. Moving is quite a chore, isn't it? Thank the Lord for helpful sons :)
ReplyDeleteThe good thing about moving is starting out all fresh and new, minus a bunch of clutter. The bad thing is figuring out where to put all of the things you brought with you. Hang in there, you'll get there :)
Kathy (Reflections)
I am so happy for you to be finally settled (sort of) in your new home. Now take your time and enjoy putting things where you want them...no need to rush as long as you have a place to sleep and eat! Especially when you are trying to work at the same time...I know how hard that is. So pace yourself and take it easy when you can. May God bless your happy new home. We will catch up with you when you are really ready. We'll keep praying in the mean time.
ReplyDelete(smile) I feel your exhaustion. So glad it's going well. Your new home is beautiful. I know you are so eager to have it all put in order. Bless your son for all of his help. What a godsend, to be sure! Praying the closing and financial paperwork go very smoothly for all.
ReplyDeleteI guess I missed this post Terrie...also, could you email me your new address when you have time???
ReplyDeleteWell done on the garage sale it must have been a relief to see it all gone
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