We’ve Moved into Our New House
We’re officially in our new house! It’s been a whirlwind of a weekend — intense, exhausting, and absolutely energizing. Just three days ago we met our realtor at the front door and walked into an empty shell that felt full of possibilities:
After a nonstop blur of hauling boxes, pulling a few muscles, arranging and rearranging furniture, unpacking essentials and stacking the rest, we finally have one room where we can sit and catch our breath:
How the Move Went
Aside from grossly underestimating what “downsizing” truly means, the move went pretty much according to plan. We prioritized the basics — beds, a place to sit, kitchen essentials — and left the nonessentials for the second day. That approach made the first night in the new place much more comfortable than it might have been otherwise.
Moving always arrives with surprises: items that don’t fit where you thought they would, boxes that mysteriously multiply, and decisions about what stays and what goes. Those decisions are the core of downsizing, and they take time. If you’re planning a move, expect to refine your plan as you go and to learn something about the things you truly want to keep.
What’s Next: Cleaning, Settling, and a Tour
Today I’m heading back to the old house to do the final clean and close out that chapter. Once that’s done, I’ll turn my full attention to settling in here. There are curtains to hang, pictures to find a home for, and a few boxes that still need deliberate attention rather than quick stacking.
I can’t wait to give you a full tour of our new place — the layout, the quirks that make it unique, and how we plan to make it feel like home. I’ll share photos and practical notes about the choices we made so you can see how the space evolves from empty rooms into lived-in, personal spaces.
Lessons Learned and Practical Moving Tips
Moving is part logistics, part emotional work. Here are a few lessons and practical tips we found helpful during this move:
- Label boxes clearly by room and by priority. Keep an “open first” box with essentials like chargers, toiletries, a few dishes, and a change of clothes.
- Measure large furniture and doorways in advance so nothing gets stuck at the last minute.
- Accept that some things won’t be unpacked right away. Designate a staging area for overflow and tackle it in phases.
- Take photos of complex electronic setups before disconnecting them to make reassembly easier.
- Ask friends or hire help for heavy lifting. Even a few extra hands can shave hours off your day and reduce the risk of injury.
Decluttering and the Garage Sale Idea
Now that all our things are in one place, I’m having a lot of fun figuring out where everything should live. That process highlights items we no longer need or use, and yes — I think another garage sale is in our future. Downsizing gives you the chance to be intentional about what fills your home, and parting with items you no longer love feels surprisingly liberating.
If you’re downsizing too, consider hosting a garage sale or donating items. It’s a great way to reduce clutter and help someone else find something useful.
Thank You
Many thanks to everyone who sent encouraging messages over the weekend. Your support made the chaos more bearable and turned a hectic move into a memorable milestone. Moving is messy and unpredictable, but the right attitude — a sense of humor and a plan — makes it manageable.
Stay tuned for the full house tour and more photos soon. For now, I’m off to finish up the clean at the old house and then keep unpacking, arranging, and making this new place feel like home.
