Early this morning Neil and Sam from New Forest Removals visited to collect the Grandfamily’s belongings for transport to their new home after the bank holiday.
This friendly, efficient, and personable pair loaded their van smoothly and quickly. After the weekend they will transfer these items to a smaller vehicle for delivery on Tuesday.
This afternoon I read another 50 pages, taking me past the half-way point of Sigrid Undset’s “Kristin Lavransdatter”.
We dined this evening on Jackie’s tangy lemon chicken; roast sweet and white potatoes; firm broccoli; and tender green beans.
Sounds almost normal, and possibly too quiet. Are you still enjoying the book?
Our new normal, after a different one for two years. Yes, I am still enjoying the book. Thanks very much, Pat
They look friendly and efficient. I’m sure you’re happy to be able to read again.
Thanks very much, Merril. I am
It’s nice when tasks, especially a move, goes smoothly.
It will be fun getting back to your normal routine again. You have been wonderful hosts to your family. The crickets are calling loudly from the garden as we cool down to 23’C from 35’C earlier in the day. I have enjoyed the peace of being just the two of us today.
Thanks very much, Anne. Yes, we have enjoyed a different normal for two years
I am guessing your house had an empty feel to it now. Have a good weekend.
Indeed, Andy. Thanks very much
You’re welcome.
Your home will be more empty and quiet now, kind of a bummer I suppose. Lemon chicken is so delicious!
Thank you so much, John. Yes – that was our normal for two years
I bet your house seems bigger now. You are moving right along with your book.
Thanks very much, Diane. It s the first time I have been able to concentrate enough for a couple of weeks
Speaking of moving, hiring movers is much better than doing it oneself.
Having done the job myself during school holidays and later Saturday mornings, I agree. Thanks very much, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick.
In my slightly tired state I read that first paragraph as ‘after the bank robbery’ and thought, no wonder they had to move.
🙂 Thanks very much, Tootlpedal
They do look like a lovely team willing to do the hard moving work. They’ve “…got it all wrapped up!” 🙂
Aw… (sad face), I know your house must seem too quiet now and not so lively.
You and Jackie will have to sit down and watch Hey Duggee once in awhile. 🙂
Bestest wishes, and much love, to Flo, Dillon, and Ellie on their new life adventure! ❤️❤️❤️
So glad you were able to do some reading, Derrick.
(((HUGS))) ❤️❤️
Thank you so much, Carolyn
The house will be so quiet.
Indeed. Thanks very much, Chrissy
I agree with all of Carolyn’s lovely comments Derrick …
Thanks very much, Ivor
New Forest Removals has a pretty truck that goes with your flowering shrubbery.
Indeed, Joanna. Thanks very much
I am sure you will get used to the quietness (is that a word?) at home. Moving anything from home is a chore. I am glad you had a great crew to do that.
Thank you very much, Zakiah. That is definitely the word
The leaving must must be so sad for all you. Wishing Flo, Dillon, and Ellie much happiness in their new adventure.
They are moving? You’ll be empty nesters again.
We will. Thanks very much, Arlene
It’s nice to have a good removal company to handle the move. I also love reading, but haven’t had the time to do so, lately.
Thanks very much, Aletta
A bitter sweet change after two years. So wonderful you were able to support the family as they re-established themselves, and your input into Ellie’s early formative years is priceless.
Thank you so very much, Gwen
I am feeling a bit sad thinking of you and Jackie dining alone tonight, no Ellie, Dillon or Flo. Their time with you was precious.
It was, indeed, Lavinia. Thank you so much.
Transitions are sad even when they foretell better times ahead. “The last time we all were together at the same time” becomes one of those moments we didn’t expect to be the last time when it happens, and too often is one of those moments we realize was “the last time” years later. I’m sure you and your family have many happy memories to sustain you! Little Ellie is a gem!
Thank you so much, Doug
I think the time is just right for another visit from Ella and Jack. 🙂
Yes. They won’t be long, Sue. Thank you very much
Tough to say goodbye … but they look like they know what they are doing.
Thanks very much, Val. Their location, which I can’t, for good reason, publicise, will be familiar to you
You will miss them ????????
We will indeed. They have been part of our normal for 2 years. Thanks very much, Robbie
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I didn’t realize Ellie, Dillon and Flo lived with you. I thought they just visited frequently. I’m sure you will still see lots of them!
Thank you so much Judy
That’ll give you a bit more space
Indeed. Thanks very much, Sheree
I’m in the middle of a relocation, full of boxes 🙂
Yes. I do hope all goes, smoothly. Thank you very much, Riba
Nice to have efficient help for those kinds of tasks.
Yes. Thanks very much, Jan