Every beginning is a consequence - every beginning ends some thing. ~Paul Valery
We are experiencing transitional weather lately. After weeks of unseasonable rain, we now have warm days, and even warmer nights.
Summer is grasping at the last of the petals on the sunflowers. Unwilling to let go, not that I can blame her at all.
I find myself grasping at things also. Now that we have made the decision to move, and know that it will be sometime next spring, I worry. I wonder, I wish.
Worry about how much work it will take to make our little condo saleable, wonder who will buy it, wish that we were just up there already. Life would be so much easier if you could just do a “I dream of Jeanie” and nod your head, and have it done.
Everyone says that moving is the hardest thing they have done. The last moves I made were as a single girl, one pickup load, and two family members. Now I have acquired wonderful treasures in my life...a husband, a cat, love.
So what am I worrying for?
Transition and worry are the ones that take up all the space in the moving van.
But love doesn’t take up much room, I should have no worries about that.
Jen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
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Mmmm. Love these thoughts. I've had a motto since 9/11 that applies in this case...
ReplyDelete"Work in place of worry,
Faith in place of fear."
I love those few gentle words. They have calmed my heart many times. ;o)
I moved A LOT -lol. Really we buy homes that need some love, fix them up and live in them for a few years (2-6) and then find another home in need of love. I love fixing up and decorating homes. I am not a big fan of the packing and moving part though!
ReplyDeleteI wish you the best of luck....
Penny
Moving is something I look forward to. We will take our "stuff" with us including the memories. The rest doesn't matter.
ReplyDeleteit will all work out for the best...
ReplyDeletebut waiting is the hardest part.
best wishes~
chasity
J~
ReplyDeleteTrust me as a veteran of so many moves..both short, medium, long..
as well as across the ocean and back..
you'll do just fine!!
will this be a do it yourself..
or done by professionals?
either way, you'll be fine..
warmest sandy hugs..
Loui♥
We moved 7 years ago after 23 years in the same house. We raised our children in that house, which had a full, floored attic. So we had much to sort through, dispose of, etc. It was hard, hard work - but worth it. You are so right - transition and worry are the ones that take up all the space in the moving van! Worry takes up too much space in most of our lives. When it burdens me too much I try to imagine physically lifting it off my shoulders - then I imagine all that love filling me up, and I know that no matter what, everything will be okay.
ReplyDeleteMoving is a lot of work, but I hope your move will be worth it. I have moved a lot the last few years. Try to get as much done ahead of time as possible ... china, summer clothes, decorative stuff etc. can all be packed way ahead of time. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI love these words. Transition and worry definitely take up a lot of space. The hardest part of moving is accepting that you are moving on with your life. The fear of what comes next. Just don't forget your goal, take it a day at a time, hang on to your loved ones, they are your support. (from someone who has moved more than I'd like to recall and resented it every time, even when it was good for me)
ReplyDeleteWhat?? You made the decision..when..how did I miss it? I think it is wonderful news..much anticipated..and now if you are on a countdown..fantastic!! It will all work out..I am positive!:)
ReplyDeletethis last move of ours, the one that people told me would be horrible ( "you are moving with a baby? oh my gaawwwd") was one of the most exciting for me. we finally had a safe home for our little guy, a safe place to breathe, it was an ending we so desperately wanted.
ReplyDeleteAs you pack relish the memories, look forward to the future, it is good.
Good luck with all the preparations Jen. I know it will take a great amount of effort and you are right to be thinking and working towards you goal now. Now, maybe you have said so earlier... but where are you moving to? What about Bootsie?
ReplyDeleteHow did I miss the fact that you are moving?~! To the country? How are you feeling Jen?
ReplyDeleteSorry girl but glad its you and not me. I hate moving - say again I hate moving. Hope you can enlist some help. I get frantic wanting everything to be organized when loading and unloading. It just doesn't happen that way though. I know you must be looking forward to being in a new place and very exciting time as you prepare.
ReplyDeleteHey! This is awesome news. I'm excited to hear that you have plans to make your dream a reality. Yay!! As for moving, my advice: Hire people.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know you'd made the decision either, and you just go slipping it in all subtle like that when it's been your biggest dream.
ReplyDeleteMy advice on packing: 1) Take the cat. 2) If you don't use it at your current house, get rid of it so you don't have to move it/sort it again at the new place. 3) When your open trailer tips over because you took the corner too fast and you THINK you've found all of your kitchen utensils and put them back in the box, be sure to scour the weeds for that missing steak knife because not having a full set will make you think of moving every time you use them. LOL
Jen, I have taken each move in stride. Looked at it as a new beginning. New decorating, neighbors, gardens. Excitement stirring in my life.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
So beautifully written, dear Jen, and I wish you well on your sale and move. Keep your face to the sun like your lovely sunflowers do and all will fall into place (love this Helen Keller quote). You have all the important stuff surrounding you. Is the move far from your home?
ReplyDeleteYou're moving up north, near your sis, and into the delicious countryside! Woo hoo!
ReplyDeleteJen, How exciting and anxiety producing. I think a move from my house would be equally worrisome but, what an opportunity to let go of stuff we don't want or need. What a winter you'll have getting things sorted out! I bet your condo is adorable. gail
ReplyDeleteBeautiful thoughts. Loved the previous posts also. Relate to allergy trees, we have a place on our road I can not pass by in peace.
ReplyDeleteI Love your work.