Long Distance Moves

I have read the ebook "no nonsense guide to cross country moving" by K.C. Roads, available online for free at http://www.mymove.com/content/dam/mymove/documents/Cross-Country-Move-eBook.pdf

The book talks about a move from the west coast to the east coast, but the information is the same for a long distance move to the Orlando area.

The book is filled will many tips and hints. I particularly liked the list of places that will need your new address. Also, information about moving pets was interesting (but could have been more in depth). 

The best part of the book, however, was how to preserve your relationship with your mate during the move. A move can be very stressful for everyone. Recognizing that, preparing for it, and giving time for it is the best answer. The best advice? Laugh. Laugh at the silly things instead of letting them add stress to an already stressful move.

If you are planning a move, I recommend grabbing this quick read.

Measles Outbreak at DisneyLand

You have probably heard the news: Measles outbreak at Disneyland. I predicted this in my recent post here:
http://relocatingtodisney.blogspot.com/2014/07/buckets-of-hand-sanitizer.html
It is no surprise to me that a disease outbreak is being traced back to a Disney park.

Packing the Van

Packing a van for a 1200 mile trip to a Florida takes skill and planning. Getting everything to fit is like putting together a puzzle. Luckily I have photographic templates to follow from past trips.

When we unload the van, will fill two and a half hotel luggage carts. It takes 60-90 minutes to carefully pack the van with everything.

First, I pack the stow and go area under our Dodge Caravan mid-row seats. Sand toys, video games, sandals, and other items that won't be needed until we arrive at our final destination.

Then, the back seat. Two tubs stuffed full with food, kitchen items, and anything else. Computer bags, boxes, pillows, jackets, blankets. 

Then the back end gets filled. Luggage on the bottom. Overnight bags, medicine bags, cable bags (for all of the electronics).

Then the cockpit. I use an inverter with a power strip to power all the kids games during the trip. Then backpacks for their trip toys, bags with snacks and water, and bags with my wife's purse and maps and everything she needs to navigate us.

Somehow, I make it all fit.