Pamela H in Texas Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 This is absolutely amazing. Hubby left 2 weeks ago (Sunday) for a job in AL that didn't work out so he went to Virginia. He is not handling being away from us very well so we want to get to him as soon as possible. 2 weeks ago, we decided we needed to downsize, get a trailer and be together. We figured it would take 2-4 months to get all our affairs in order. INSTEAD....... In less than a week: We had a great garage sale We donated A LOT We sold a lot more online, half price books, etc We got an offer to get a 38 ft trailer for $4500 A friend gave us ideas about space, downsizing, organizing, etc I started a blog (nlph.blogspot.com) The second week: Decided we'd aim for June 8th instead of July 2nd to leave We found two GREAT homes for our dogs Hubby found a place to stay in VA more storage, selling, etc We packed and cleaned house so it's 80+% done Talked to new place of worship about times they meet We were given an opportunity to get the money we needed to leave immediately!!! So week three's plans: Monday - put all storage things in laundry room, clean laundry room, finish packing shed, do laundry, take more donation items, visit a couple friends returning items, secure storage, last minute discussion with realtor, call electric/water/phone/trash companies to cancel services. Tuesday - get new tires on car, check fluids, any last minute packing/cleaning, maybe last time in volunteer work here if we can get done in time to meet group at 1-2pm Wednesday - put everything in storage or car; spend night at friend's house Thursday - do laundry, go to meeting at night and say goodbye to everyone, stay in hotel here in town Friday - leave TX about 5am :) We'll get to VA on Sunday, exactly 3 weeks from the time hubby left and the time we decided to sell everything and become a Family on the Road :) Pamela Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarleneW Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 Good luck! That is awesome! Have a safe trip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougarmom4 Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 It sure sounds like everything is falling into place for you guys! Trust in the Lord...and all things shall work together for your good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wy_kid_wrangler04 Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 Soooo happy for you! You will be in our prayers for a safe trip!! :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 I am so happy for you and that you decided to take this step. May your family continue to be blessed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 That is amazing! God is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PentecostalMom Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 When we first started hsing, my dh owned a construction company and contracted some commercial work several hours from where we lived. We did something similar, and found a local camp ground that had an Airstream for rent. The camp ground was right on a river, and we lived there for several months while dh completed this job. It was some of the best hsing we ever did! It was great to walk outside, put a pole in the water and do school. We learned a lot of science those few months and grew as a family. Some of my most fond memories are of teaching my son how to skin a catfish and how to filet a bass. Oh, those were they days! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 That's amazing! Will you come help me clean out my house in two weeks? It will an adventure and so nice for you to be together. God bless you and your travels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyndyinohio Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 Wow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 Fabulous! You aren't going to be in the Tidewater area, are you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 Wow, you really know you're "in the flow" and life is supporting your decisions when it all goes so smoothly! Congratulations on your new adventure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamela H in Texas Posted May 17, 2010 Author Share Posted May 17, 2010 Thanks y'all. Never would I have guessed *this* was possible. If I could just get some SLEEP this week! I went to bed after 11 and got up before 3. I thought I'd call hubby just to say good morning, have a good day, goodbye. He wants to talk. I almost get back to sleep and he calls me back! It's been days of this sort of thing. I just can't seem to nap either. No wonder I'm so grumpy. Starr, hope things go well with packing :) Dawn, we're staying in Richmond, Midlothian area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 That is so amazing and exciting!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 Awesome!:D Have a safe journey.:auto: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 Wow! How wonderful! What about your house? Are you renting, or do you have to try to sell your current home? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simka2 Posted May 17, 2010 Share Posted May 17, 2010 I'm really happy for you! We have looked into doing something similar in the future if we need to. You will have to keep us posted as to how HS on the road is going!!! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted May 18, 2010 Share Posted May 18, 2010 Awesome!!! Congratulations!!!! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emeraldjoy Posted May 18, 2010 Share Posted May 18, 2010 wowzers!! and how exciting! e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted May 18, 2010 Share Posted May 18, 2010 That is excellent. I love it when everything falls in place, you know it was meant to be :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamela H in Texas Posted May 18, 2010 Author Share Posted May 18, 2010 Yeah, I just keep having more and more. A friend came to a realization I was worried never would happen. About time (as I leave!). Someone gifted us some money on top of the other blessings shared earlier. We were able to get the price of tires 70% cheaper! We're ALMOST ready to load up the storage room and have the car half loaded. We were fortunate enough to give an incredible amount to the thrift store at the battered women's shelter. A friend is going to sell the last of what we have worth anything at her garage sale this weekend. It just keeps going and going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaKinVA Posted May 18, 2010 Share Posted May 18, 2010 Wonderful news! And a "welcome to Virginia!" is waiting when you get here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate in VA Posted May 18, 2010 Share Posted May 18, 2010 Wonderful news! And a "welcome to Virginia!" is waiting when you get here! :iagree: Welcome..... We just moved here in November and LOVE it! we are just north of Richmond..... How long will your hubby work here? Kate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamela H in Texas Posted May 18, 2010 Author Share Posted May 18, 2010 Thanks Lisa. Kate, we don't know. HR said the job is 4-6 mo, but in the field, they're saying a year. However, we're PRETTY sure that when Nacogdoches (TX) calls, we're there just about no matter what. How is that for not knowing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookfiend Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 You are a brave woman! Horray for walking away from everything that doesn't support your priorities! Horray for adventure! Horray for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate in VA Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 That's awesome.... I wish my hubby's job would allow us to do this.... Keep us posted on your trip... maybe we can meet up when you get into town and settled.... If I can help at all with this location or anything please let me know.... My hubby works in Richmond and is learning about all kinds of things... ! Good luck and we're praying on your trip! Kate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeannie in NJ Posted May 19, 2010 Share Posted May 19, 2010 safe journey and happiness in your new home, Pamela H. in VA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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