Sunday, October 12, 2008

Attempting A Move!

Yesterday was a bit hairy around here. We started at 7:30 getting up good and early to start moving. I ran to get donuts and bottled water for people helping us move. Found out when I got back it was a waste of time. The only person who showed up to help us move was our home teacher! He is a sweet older gentleman. He worked like a dog. It was embarrassing having only him show up. He refused to leave and we felt bad that he had to do so much work!

We managed to get one truck load done and took it over to the house. One of Zach's friends Jordan Brown showed up after frantic calls for help. Poor Jordan..He helped us all day the day before too. He is so nice. he worked and worked and after a hard day he actually comes to give me hug before taking off. I should be the one hugging him!

We are going to have to rent a truck again when I get back from California to try get the rest of the house that we weren't able to yesterday.At least we are here. Moved mostly in! Tony and I got to sleep in our bed. Hannah got the couch since we didn't have her bed over yet and Zach and Rach slept on their mattresses on the floor. We were able to get their beds over but didn't have time to set them up yet. Should get to that today!

It feels good to be here and it is great seeing our home come together! I am so grateful for the change. I think the only thing I am not loving is Ethan and his new trick! It started the first day we got here and it has been everyday! Apparently the toilet is as fun to swim in as a pool! He doesn't just dangle in it..oh no.. he has to wedge his fat little ham hocks all the way into the toilet. He somehow manages to stuff all his legs down into the bowl. I guess I should be grateful the toilets are clean right? I keep thinking though are they ever really clean? Sick!Here is a pic of it..how do you like it?
On a really positive note.. Rachelle Hannah and I went back to the old home last night to grab another load of stuff to haul over. when we got to the neighborhood we went to the sewer to call for Remi. There are always stray cats that live there. He didn't come but Hannah was convinced he could hear her so she went into a few peoples yards calling for him then she got in the car and called for him as we drove slowly. We finally pulled into our driveway and as she opened her door he came running for her out of the bushes! Yeah! She is thrilled and so are the little girls! And bonus.. I am saved from the title of meanest mom on the face of the earth and my guilt has been appeased a little. I may be redeemed since I took her looking for him and Hannah has been super good about making sure she set up the food and water, vacuuming the spilt cat litter, and trying to show she can take care of them. I think she learned her lesson and maybe so did I!

12 comments:

Britta said...

We had a crazy Saturday- but please call us and we will help you move. Chase wants to give you something anyways.

sara said...

so sorry we weren't there to help, i didn't know this was the day you were moving...Jordan is such a great boy, just like Zach...glad you at least got to sleep in your bed..and that picture with your little one in the toilet is hilarious (only from an outsider looking in point of view) my boys have done some pretty crazy gross things too...i feel your pain!

goingsome said...

Glad to hear that the craziness will soon be over. Isn't nice to be in a new place and say goodbye to the old. AHH, the joys of moving. It is nice when it is done, but such a task while it is happening. Hang in there. It will be over soon. Glad to hear that you found Remi. YEAH, a happy ending for all!

Ginger said...

I am amazed no one helped with the move? Where was your Relief Society and Elder Quorum Pres? I certainly couldn't and wouldn't have gotten away with that. Hope the new ward looks out for you better than the last one. Thank heaven for a good home teacher. Love Ethan's new toy.

Shelli said...

I'm with Mom! Shame on them for neglecting you! Hooray for finding Remi! And yay for the new home! I'll stop exclaiming now! It's getting tiresome! Love ya!

kristifritzel said...

I'm glad you found Remi, Hannah won't let that happen again! Ethan is such a funny kid. Shaun's latest trick is to try to drink the toilet water! YUCK! Good luck with the move, I'm sorry that no one showed up, hopefully you'll get more help coming. Where was the ward that you are moving into? Shame on both wards!

kristifritzel said...

I'm glad you found Remi, Hannah won't let that happen again! Ethan is such a funny kid. Shaun's latest trick is to try to drink the toilet water! YUCK! Good luck with the move, I'm sorry that no one showed up, hopefully you'll get more help coming. Where was the ward that you are moving into? Shame on both wards!

Cheffie-Mom said...

I know you are relieved to be almost moved in. Love the picture of your little guy swimming in the toilet. LOL! Check out my video page! I think you will recognize the winner in the Fajita Segment. (:

Crazymamaof6 said...

totally funny about the toilet. Peyton used to do that when he was little. it was funny hearing him scream because he was stuck, and i'd run get the camera.

holy crap that is lame no one showed up to help. HUGE BUMMER!
that is awesome Zach's friend helped all day!

Kricket said...

Too funny with Ethan and his new jacuzzi. I am soooo glad you found the cat. And, it sounds like Hannah learned a lesson. Good job Lauri! /hugs

DANI KYNASTON said...

I hate it when no one helps. That happened to us in Santaquin. I was kinda bugged since Brent helped people move at least once a month. I have decided that I will never move again without a moving company. Love the toilet picture. Why do kids make us crazy? It is pretty funny, though.

Carrie and Troy Keiser said...

What a bummer that only one guy showed up!
Hope it goes better the next time.
The picture of him in the potty is hilarious! Eventually he won't fit! :)