mailin 0 #1 August 30, 2006 We're getting the remnants of the tropical storm thats hitting FL this weekend. I'm moving this saturday and just found out 2 of the people helping us move are definitely 'fair weather' friends... they won't help in the rain. Of rhe remaining 3 people, one was in a car accident last week and is pretty sore, one is about 100 lbs. over weight, and one is over 55 and already complaining about helping. We have to hoist 2 big couches and a king size mattress set over our balcony to the truck and then into the new house... in addition to 4 dozen or so boxes and other smaller stuff. Sounds fun huh? I seriously should have paid someone to move us... What advice would you give lil' ol' me? Besides, get busy calling people. Which I'm already doing JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #2 August 30, 2006 Really? They are calling for rain from this Tropic Storm up there?? I think it is too early to make that kind of call. I would wait it out and see if you are really going to get that much rain. Any teenagers around your neighborhood?? Go to church?? Anyone from there that could help?? Hubbys work?? I would help if I could, but I live a little too far away. Sure hope everything works out for ya though.BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #3 August 30, 2006 You could get sick that day and let your husband do the moving After all you just had a baby and doesnt that give you an 18 month waiver over moving in the rain? Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #4 August 30, 2006 QuoteI would wait it out and see if you are really going to get that much rain. Any teenagers around your neighborhood?? Good point, they're calling for rain ALL weekend but the radar forcasts has rain out to western NY, so it might not be strictly the TS. I think these 'friends' are just using the weather as an excuse, they don't really want to help anyway (which I guess I don't blame them for). Good reminder about the neighborhood, I might be able to get the couple that lives up stairs to help us - good reminder! Thanks!Arianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #5 August 30, 2006 I wish it were that easy! Hubby doesn't let me get away with $h!t. I did get a friend to watch Ari while we're moving though - she has a bad back so all she'll be good for is sitting down with her, which is help enough! JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #6 August 30, 2006 Happy Labor Day/Moving weekend!! Teenagers are great movers! They want to get it done quickly and they are willing to work for small amounts of cash OR food! BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #7 August 30, 2006 Oh girl then look at it as a little second honeymoon, aimlessly flirt with your husband and enjoy moving. Babies are awesome and Ari is amazing but a little time away can be fun.... and well just think of the possibilities....Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #8 August 30, 2006 QuoteQuoteI would wait it out and see if you are really going to get that much rain. Any teenagers around your neighborhood?? Good point, they're calling for rain ALL weekend but the radar forcasts has rain out to western NY, so it might not be strictly the TS. I think these 'friends' are just using the weather as an excuse, they don't really want to help anyway (which I guess I don't blame them for). Good reminder about the neighborhood, I might be able to get the couple that lives up stairs to help us - good reminder! Thanks! Good thing your sky friends have nothing to do when it rains. C U Sat. just tell Sean not to touch my ass…………..Again. I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #9 August 30, 2006 Quote just tell Sean not to touch my ass…………..Again. Tongue He only does it because you said you like it Arianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #10 August 30, 2006 Well tell him not to stair in my eyes when he does it. thats just to disturbing.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #11 August 30, 2006 Ok, I'll remind him of the rules. JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alanab 0 #12 August 30, 2006 advice? just stick with it until it's done. take lots of little breaks. make sure you remember to eat and drink water!! my boyfriend and i packed up our entire place (heavy stuff and all) in ohio into a penske mostly by ourselves (people showed up to help after 3/4 of the work was done). then unpacked it into a storage unit in denver, just the 2 of us... THEN repacked the penske a month later and moved into a house... all by ourselves! it can be done. does it suck more than having friends and family help? yes! but i can say its a rewarding feeling after its all said an done! good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #13 August 30, 2006 Quotei can say its a rewarding feeling after its all said an done! Yes, looking forward to that! Thanks for the advice! JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #14 August 30, 2006 Well if I was closer, you know I'd be there to help.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #15 August 30, 2006 I know We've got people crawling out of the woodwork now actually - guess moving is becoming a good excuse to catch up with folks we haven't seen in months JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adventurechick 0 #16 August 30, 2006 Get college guys, offer them beer and food.... they won't turn it down! PMS #449 TPM #80 Muff Brother #3860 SCR #14705 Dirty Sanchez #233 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
