You know you’re really going when three men turn up to put everything you own into boxes or bubble-wrap, and then a huge truck parks outside your house. The guys from Robinsons were extremely professional, though, and packed every last plate and glass a lot better and a lot faster than we could have.
Boxes in the spare bedroom
We had been told that our stuff would just about fit into a 20-foot (6.1 metres) container but we didn’t realize how close it would be. It’s lucky that we took so many loads to the recycling centre, as in the end we had to leave out an exercise bike, some flower pots, and an old office chair. The container was that full. Still, at least this means there’s no room for anything to slide around during transit!
Loading the container
So now it’s all gone and we are (briefly) living in a very empty and echoing house. Just some cleaning up to do today, and then we’re ready to fly on Friday.
If the ship sinks, this is the last we will see of our belongings…
Ha, I know that feeling! Mine went on June 18 and shd get here on Aug 6 ish – it’ll fee like Christmas!
Very true! Can’t wait to open all those boxes. I think ours gets there on August 4 (although Customs may make us wait for it). New Zealand is of course a much longer boat ride. :)
I can only guess the thrill and excitement that you are going through right now; makes me feel real glad about you guys. See you soon.
Thanks, Jesus. We’re definitely excited to be going. I can’t speak for Sirem but I have been complaining about my life for too long and it’s good to be doing something about it. Hope we see you there soon. I remember you and Fina were the first visitors we had in Southampton: I hope you can keep up that excellent record. :)
Just looking at the photo of the container leaving, and looking at suburbia all around, surely reinforces one of the reasons you must be leaving such a place. Don’t know how anyone can live like that and stay sane.
Thanks, Kaye. I know what you mean, although I don’t want to agree too readily as I may upset the neighbours.
Do Bethany and Enrico know you feel this way? ;)
Course they do! We’re not good with neighbours, and fortunately haven’t had any since 1973.
Now that is something to aspire to! :)