The Moving Planner Blog

Did you know that moving is considered one of the major causes of stress? Well it’s not surprising considering the amount of work it involves, the costs that add up, and the time and energy it takes. With summer being the busiest time of year for moving, The Moving Planner Blog would like to offer some tips to make your move a little less stressful.

As soon as your home is sold call your High-Speed-Internet provider to make arrangements of relocating your Internet services as smooth as it can be. Don’t stay days without Internet connection and miss that important email with grandma recipe :) 

What to do?

• Schedule a moving truck one month in advance

• For new homes, schedule a cable installation two-three months in advance

• Try to move in the middle of the week to avoid the hectic weekend

• Use high-quality boxes and be specific when labeling them to make unloading your truck easier and faster at your new home 

When you transfer your existing Internet services to your new home, your High-Speed-Internet provider should be there to help lighten your load. Check if there are any connection fees or any other hidden fees. Relocating High-Speed-Internet service should usually be free of charge. All you have to do is call your High-Speed-Internet provider to tell them you’re moving. They’ll call back to confirm the details and set up an installation time that works for you.

What if things are going wrong?

If your new premises already has a phone line installed, but not Cables, you can use the number allocated to this line, call AOL or other dial-up service provider (you can get free AOL account for 3 months) and they can usually activate the phone line within a few hours, during normal business working hours.

Another more Moving Story

Me and my wife have moved numerous times, from one city to another in Ohio, then from Ohio to West Virginia, then from West Virginia to Virginia and finally, from one city in Virginia to another in Virginia. Each have had their own unique challenges and obstacles, and I have to say, each experience was definitely a learning one.

The first time we moved was from Wilberforce, OH to the suburbs of Dayton, OH, it was a natural move because we were sick of being on campus and were working in the city anyway and figured that it made more sense to be there than it did to be on campus. The downside was that, having to commute into Wilberforce, from suburbs that were on the side of town furthest from the campus we lost motivation for going to school altogether. That wouldn’t have mattered if we had built a solid foundation on the jobs that we were working; we could have inevitably taken the money from the jobs and paid for classes and finished up that way.

The lesson here is that if you are going to move away from a conservative solution to your financial problems, you have to take a radical approach to creating a foundation elsewhere. I’ll never knock education, because it is essential; if you aren’t going to college you’re getting a certificate or learning valuable skills on the job, but it is a conservative option that assumes a few factors will remain in place. One is that you will always have the money to finish school, regardless of whatever else happens, second is that you can acquire the money to finish school if the money is not already there for you, third, of course, is that you have the resolve to finish school and are sincere about it.
When school is a means to an end you will inevitably seek an easier means to that end if you cannot rationalize the differences and importance of finishing up one way as opposed to another. Moving should be seen in the same light; if you are going to move from one city to another what are you really doing it for? Unless you know for sure that you can make more money in the place you are moving to, you’re rather foolish for doing so. Everyone will attempt to instill fear in you about the move, but regardless of what expenses are where you’re moving, you’re always better off having more money to contemplate than you are having less money to worry about. You may be making $8 an hour, and only paying $300 in rent and that seems great, but chances are jobs are rather difficult to come by where you’re at. You could make $12 an hour and pay $700 in rent, but you could get a job the next day if this one doesn’t work out. It is a sacrifice but one worth making; having a lot of money in the bank is useless if you cannot spend it the way you need to where you live at.

Our second move was from the suburbs of Dayton, OH into the inner city. We didn’t really have much of a choice in the manner because we weren’t doing right with the rent where we were at, and it wasn’t even as though we couldn’t afford it either. But at the time all it took was to get behind on the rent 2 or 3 times to be evicted; new apartments were being built all the time in the suburbs and companies weren’t that stressed to have you stay there, it was a sellers market at the time.
We did okay for a long time in the inner city, until we picked up other bills; an automobile payment, furniture rentals, etc. We were always buying automobiles that were junk and cost about as much to rebuild as it did to own them. The lesson to learn is that you have to have control over your expenses; you may want to downgrade to get out of your situation, but if you pick up additional responsibilities your situation hasn’t improved one bit. We had to drive 15 miles out of the way to find a decent grocery store, or walk 3 miles to a local store that sold spoiled food. In suburbia grocery stores were but a few blocks away.

The inner city only reflects the economic conditions of the metropolitan area overall. If the suburbs do well, and the inner city is hell, it only says that your town is dying and people have built up the suburbs to get away from the city, redistributing their wealth along with it. These are the same people who like the area enough to stay close to the city but hate the inner city enough to move out of it, yet do not have the initiative to try somewhere else entirely. They do not hate what the city could be, but do hate what it has become. When visiting towns, take a mental note of the differences between neighborhoods in the city and the suburbs. Ask questions, the more research you do, the better prepared you will be.
Feeling stuck in Dayton and dealing with the circus of high crime, poverty, and shifty jobs we figured we’d give it a shot elsewhere. I moved in with my inlaws in an area that was okay if you were well established but no so good otherwise. It seemed to be more of a commuter town where people pretty much stayed to themselves, unless their work was in that town. I had a one way commute to a job in another state an hour and fifteen minutes away if the weather was such that I couldn’t travel back home. Plus I was only making $8 an hour.
The lesson to be learned here was the travesty of paying state taxes to two different municipalities. In fact I’m still paying state taxes, which are being garnished as we speak. I inevitably moved to one of the suburbs of that town, but the damage was already done. That job lasted for a while actually, but the major employer was the University, and the bulk of the rest of the work was in factories, which I didn’t have a lot of skill at, though I did give it that good old college try. I just wasn’t fast enough for it.

When I did loose that job, and tried to get back into the type of work I was accustomed, it was anywhere from 20 minutes to well over an hour away. I had to get the work first in order to get an apartment, but couldn’t get the apartment because I could never get the work. I did manage to get another interview where I was at, but was serious considering moving to Charlottesville, which seemed to be more in line with where I wanted to go. But unless you were living in Charlottesville, you weren’t going to hear about the jobs there, as there wasn’t much to be found on the Internet job boards. Some of what I did come across you had to be overqualified for.

We were at a crossroads; I figured I could backpack and work up in Northern Virginia and come home on the weekends. Rent was outrageous, but then again the jobs I was coming across would make it worthwhile if we were both working up there. I must have told this story like a million times for anyone who has asked how I ended up in Chesapeake. My mother was pressuring me to move back to Akron, but I was looking at the wages up there and comparing them to where I wanted to go. Even in Cleveland, it still didn’t sit right with me, though Cleveland was a town that intrigued me while I was growing up.

On a whim I decided to apply for a job where I’m living at now, and it all worked out. I was okay with it at first, but I’m thinking about putting in that old college try at moving just once again. A lot of it is greed and the addiction of seeing just how much I can get with what I have to have, the other part of it is that I’m still not exactly where I want to be at. We still talk about heading up to New York on weekends, or checking out any of the other cities on the coast where I may have a chance in hell of making more money. I figured it’s worth it to try, and I’m restless unless I feel that there is some upwards momentum of some kind. Then again perhaps life isn’t all about that; making the money so that you can have the disposable income for stuff you probably do not need. But without that what is there to look forward to I wonder; whatever you do, wherever you find yourself, you may have found what feels like home to you or you may be restless. Perhaps you are supposed to see remote parts of the country, of this world. Perhaps you want those notches on your belt, as I sit looking out the window contemplating it again, watching download free ringtones tracfonefree polyphonic ringtones usacingular free phone real ringtonesfunny free mp3 ringtonesfree downloadable mp3 ringtonesinfo personal polyphonic remember ringtones voice,info personal polyphonic remember ringtones,info personal polyphonic remember ringtones sprintringtones converter,midi ringtones converter,converter joy ringtones serialmp3 ringtones creatorfree phone ringtones samsungsamsung mobile ringtones,samsung ringtones,free samsung x427 ringtonesfree ringtones from jamster,free info jamster remember ringtones,free jamster ringtonesmobile phone ringtones tdownload lg phone ringtones,download ringtones to phone,download info phone remember ringtonescrazy download free frog ringtonescricket wireless ringtonesdownload free christian ringtonesfree lg ringtones verizon wirelessfree ringtones verizoncomputer download free ringtonesmusic nextel real ringtonesfree ringtones converterfree arabic mobile ringtones,free arabic ringtones,arabic free info remember ringtonescell free lg phone ringtonesfree ringtones for alltel phonenextel ringtones programno fax payday loancheap loan payday,cheap loan long payday termquick payday loan same day,loan online? payday quick ?,loan payday quickfree loan payday,hassle free payday loan,interest free payday loanno checking account payday loanbest payday loanonline payday loan applicationlow cost payday loanguaranteed no fax payday loanfaxless loan online paydayfast cash payday loan,payday us fast cash loanpayday loan in canada,canada in loan only payday,canada loan online paydaylow interest payday loanno fax payday advance loanpayday loan cash advance loancompany loan payday,how to start payday loan company,starting payday loan companyaafes loan payday30 day payday loaninstant loan online paydayfast cash payday advancecalgary payday loanaccount loan payday savings,account loan payday savings using,payday loan in savings accountcheap payday loanquick payday loanfast cash advance payday loan the next apartment being built into the heavens, or new lanes added to the roads to accommodate even more traffic, there are mixed feelings about moving, something I am too lax to do, yet something that inevitably needs to be done. Conflicted as usual, but then again I wouldn’t have it any other way …

Moving can be fun and exciting, whether it’s across town or to another location far away. The key to having a fun and stress free move is to plan it out. How can you do this? Well when I moved a year ago from my hometown to another town five and half hours away. I knew it wasn’t going to be easy. I mean it’s not like you can just drive back to the place you once dwelled in to collect that favorite sweater you left behind, or that old beaten up chair you love to watch CSI in. So I knew I had to be prepared, making sure everything came with me before I left. I also didn’t want things to turn me into an anger ball (stress case) something I or anybody else doesn’t need when dealing with a life changing event. Below you will find the top ten things I did to turn a long distance move into a sparkling adventure of fun!

1.) List… list… list.

It’s important to be prepared. So I wrote down a list, or rather an archive of everything I owned (furniture wise) that I wanted to take with me. Sofa, chair, television, small table with burn hole in it. Yes it had to come it was a gift from my brother. You can make a list of furniture, things to clean in each room, things to make sure you do before you go like changing your address. When moving day finally came, I felt good as I ticked off each piece being loaded for transport. Nothing of mine was getting left behind. Guys don’t forget to pack my yellow hula lamp. Hey she glows in the dark, and dances for me. That’s a must have!

2.) Yard Sale / Give away.

Okay I had stuff I didn’t need when I moved. Who doesn’t? There is no better way to make an extra few dollars then to have a yard sale and sell your crap. All the stuff I didn’t end up selling gave me a few options for free give-aways. Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Local Churches, and my favorite your local Freecycle Network on-line http://www.freecycle.org/. They are all awesome choices.

One man’s junk is another man’s treasure. Just ask the junk brothers, home show stars who take peoples crap and turn it into art. Besides, it gave me less to pack into the boxes so how could I complain.

3.) Boxes.

Okay this one scared me at first. Finding boxes isn’t always easy, unless you know where to look. I wasn’t prepared to stink myself up and go dumpster diving, so I ventured to several local liquor stores in town. They always have boxes. I went in and asked when their deliver dates were and if they could set some boxes aside for me.

If you don’t have a friend to help you carry the boxes home (which I didn’t) I’m lonely can’t you tell. I ended up using a shopping cart to transport my much needed packing supplies and carting them home to use. It was easy. Other places you can check for boxes are: local fruit markets, packing supply stores, shopping malls, grocery stores, and libraries.

Another option: Go to Walmart or Target and buy bins with lids. They make packing dishes and clothes and linens easy. They stack great, and you can reuse them in your place to pack away things you need to like Christmas decorations.

4.) Packing up & Cleaning.

This depends on whether you are organized (unlike myself) or lazy (like me) and hate to pack. Packing can be easy though if you just follow what I did, which was to go room by room. I packed everything I was taking and not using or knew I wouldn’t use before moving. Once the room was packed I cleaned it, washed the walls, floors, vacuumed etc and checked the room off my list. In the bathroom I packed all my crap, kept the box open and made sure to put away the things I used after.

Things that got packed immediately were: all my knickknacks, linens, extra pillows, blankets, clothes (who cares if you wash and wear the same 3 pairs of pants and 3 tops for a week.). I packed up my entire kitchen (contemporary kitchen design new york), leaving my food box open to the side, and I left myself one dish, one of each utensil, one glass, and that was it. This way it was easier for me to clean my cupboards out, wash behind the fridge and stove (or no deposit returned remember) and although my house seemed bare, I was ready to go.

Hint: Take down your bed if you have a frame, and move your mattress to the living room. I did this, because I didn’t care if I slept on the mattress only for a week or so, and I put all my packed boxes in that bedroom giving me more space. I used Vera Bradley Luggage to carry my value staff.

5.) Moving Party!

It’s fun to involve the friends you are leaving behind. I gathered up everyone I knew, and when the big day came, everyone helped to move the stuff outside to be loaded onto the truck. Music played in the background, cans of pop were handed out, and I ordered pizza. I checked off my list, went through the house for one final sweep which was basically clean because I’d done each room after packing it. It was a fun farewell, everything was finished and I felt good that I was done and organized.

Moving doesn’t have to be stressful no matter where you move. It can be fun by making a few lists, organizing yourself a bit, call on your friends to help by having several packing parties and so forth. Hopefully your move will go just as smooth as mine did. I wish you luck!

Psychologists classify moving as one of the most stressful occurrences of life, and this stress falls most heavily on the woman of the house. The smart woman will tap into the science and art of aromatherapy to make the day go smoothly.

Believe it or not, specifically choosing a discount perfume for the day based on aromatherapy principles will have a proven impact on the success of your move. And since our moods and energy levels change over the course of the day, we can also use the same principles to use different fragrances to boost different times during the day.

Basic Principles and Recommendations:

You’ll want to attend to your personal morning hygiene using an invigorating soap, perhaps something minty to wake you up, then freely apply deodorant/anti-perspirant. This will keep you fresh during the day, and also give you a clean, clear base for your fragrance to work from. Unscented anti-perspirant and talc are best, as they won’t interfere with your chosen aromas. Note to self: pack deodorant and fragrances in a day pack or purse, not in a box that will disappear into the truck.

Citrus, Spice, and Mint are uplifting, inspiring, and calm the jitters. They improve thinking, clear the senses, and are mildly anti-melancholic. These may include any citrus, bergamot, pineapple, cinnamon, clove, patchouli, and any mint. If you are looking at a vigorous day’s work, these scents will jump-start you. These aromas are good for morning energy and that early afternoon push.

Two excellent fragrances that fit this therapy are Cool Water by Davidoff, and Amarige Mariage by Givenchy. Cool Water includes citrus, pineapple, woody undertones, and the scent of ocean air. Amarige Mariage includes bitter orange, bergamot, cinnamon, patchouli, jasmine, and magnolia. Both of these scents apply to the principles that will give you an uplifting and invigorating sensation, quickening the senses and calming anxiety.

Herbals, Florals, and Sweet Fruits are soothing, balancing, and anti-melancholic. They calm the spirit, enhance mental focus, and improve confidence. These may include lavender, sage, rosemary, rose, lilac, peach and apple. If you are supervising movers and tying up loose ends, these scents will give you the calm clarity you need to see it through. Herbal aromas will also help you unwind when applied at the end of your busy day.

Three great fragrances in this category are Design by Ralph Lauren perfume, touch perfume by Burberry, and Lovely by Sara Jessica Parker. Design includes peach, gardenia and sandalwood for a confidence-improving anti-melancholic effect. White Diamonds includes rose, lily, amber and sandalwood for similar effect with a slightly more soothing undertone. Lovely includes lavender, orchid, apple and musk, for more focus and balance along with the calming effects.

Sweet and Familiar scents are calming and anti-melancholic, and have been shown to release endorphins, increasing happiness. These may include vanilla, honey, chocolate, coffee and molasses. While that sounds odd for a discount perfume, slight hints of these fragrances are not necessarily easy to identify, but they register in our minds. These aromas will calm you and dissolve any uneasiness, and will have a similar friendly, calming effect on the people working around you.

A wonderful fragrance with these attributes is Angel by Thierry Mugler. It includes honey, vanilla, chocolate, caramel, patchouli and apricot. This unique mix of happy scents with minty patchouli and soothing apricot make it a great option for moving day. This is also a good one to apply in the evening when you’re done moving, while you’re settling into your new home.

Apply scents in the “hot spots” of the neck, wrists and knees as usual, and feel free to reapply during the day when you need a boost. Don’t be afraid to switch to a new scent later in the day, to refresh or relax your mind and relax your body.