We made it to the new apartment. You wouldn’t think that moving from one end of an apartment building to the other would be that hard — but let me tell you, when you’re not prepared and have to move on such short notice, it’s a nightmare.

Thankfully we had wonderful friends and family to help us. Nick’s dad dropped everything and drove down to help all weekend. We could never have done it without him. Our friends Erica and Alan were here every day packing, lifting, and cleaning. I feel so blessed to have such amazing friends.

I can’t speak for Nick, but being in the new place has really taken a weight off me. I feel like it’s a fresh start. Our neighbor at the old place was such a problem that I’d actually gotten really uncomfortable about going in and out of our apartment, for fear I’d bump into her. No more of that! And it’s great because the dog and cat can run around and play without fearing that they are banging on the floor and disturbing a downstairs neighbor. I think we’re going to be very happy in the new place.

Needless to say, everyone is exhausted. I’m back to work today but Nick and his dad are finishing up the last few things and will turn in the keys to the old place early this afternoon. *Whew!*

Next is the “fun” part — unpacking and sorting everything. I have mountains of laundry to do. But it’s a good excuse to do spring-cleaning!