07-10-2005, 10:33 AM
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Pixies on the Move
I just realized that we sure have a lot of Pixies making big moves in 2005... osuche, sodaklostsoul, IAKG, me, and I think I've heard mention of a few more. The amazing thing is most that I have mentioned have been to be closer to the one they love... well maybe I'll be lucky enough to find one I love when I arrive, time will tell.
Have you ever moved across several states, and what hints and tips, fun anecdotes do you have to share about the move?
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07-10-2005, 10:40 AM
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~*Geeky Girl*~
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<----sits back and waits anxiously.
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07-10-2005, 12:07 PM
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I've moved provinces more times than I want to count. DB's link to the Murphy's Law of moving is sadly very true!
I used to leave the kitchen until last but man, it's amazing how many boxes you end up needing for the dishes, pots, pans, etc.
I suggest packing up almost everything in the kitchen asap. You know you're going to be too busy to cook anyway!
It is stressful but remember - people move across the country every day & you can do it! You'll be damn glad when it's over, though!
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07-10-2005, 12:24 PM
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I've been fortunate enough to have both of my cross country moves funded by someone other than me... I've watched two sets of professional packers pack all my belongings and I've managed to learn a few things ... lots of small boxes are easier to manage. And if they happen to be standard same sized boxes they fit into a trailer or moving truck much easier. I also learned that they don't believe in bubble wrap but rather LOTS of packing (non printed newspaper in large sheets) paper. They crumple up a few sheets in the bottom of a box and then fill it and put a few more crumpled sheets on the top before sealing it. And they go through a TON of it when packing up a kitchen. It will cost a little, but I found it to be worthwhile when I did a move on my own in the middle of the two professional moves to acquire a large collection of true moving boxes, and packing paper. The little bit of expense is well worth it. Look up "moving boxes" on the web and you might be shocked at how cheaply you can buy boxes.
Being organized and having a plan goes a long way. Because I've had other people packing my things I haven't had the luxury of purging as I packed. Rather I took the time to go through all the closets before hand and "organize" them, throwing things or donating them as I go. Then when you go back to pack it's already organized and you can just fill boxes.
It's damn stressful! I thought this move would be a breeze since I made a similar move three years prior and I had experience on my side. The small things still build up and drive you to the edge of insanity until you reach the calm right before the move and realize that everything is complete.
And Steph is absolutely correct about the kitchen... I haven't cooked in at least three months... partially because my house was in a state of renovation, and then afterward it was being shown and I didn't want any "offensive" food smells, then I moved out and am in a temporary living situation. Stop shopping and use up all the food you can. Frozen and refrigerated food doesn't travel well. And opened food is a disaster waiting to happen.
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07-10-2005, 12:36 PM
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Do *not* bring those half-filled bottles of shampoo and soaps. No matter how much your sense of thrift and/or sentimentality beg you to do it. Even if you double bag them and put tape on the tops.....you will STILL have an ooey gooey mess. "taint worth it, I say. :P
Be nice to your movers. Say please and thank you, and tip them big. They will reward you by taking extra care.
Don't try to unpack *all* the boxes in one day...take it from someone who knows. you will get tired and sloppy, and make mistakes.
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07-10-2005, 12:37 PM
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Could you get paper roll ends from your local newspaper?
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07-10-2005, 01:36 PM
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~*Geeky Girl*~
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The suggestion of similar size boxes is a good one. I've also found, through several moves and not *immediate* unpacking that plastic totes work *very* well--and you don't have to worry so much about boxes being crushed, etc.
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