Progress Report 23

Progress. Two steps forward and one step back is still progress. It's slow and frustrating, but it's still progress.

Since finding out that we were losing our house and would have to move, we were served with a notice that said we had exactly 48 hours to vacate the property. After such time, we would not be allowed back on the property and anything left behind would no longer be ours. After the shock wore off and panic set it, I called my sister. Row and J made the immediate decision to drive 150 miles to rescue us. Eric's parents and sister also came to help as well as my friend, Katie. It was amazing how everyone came together and worked to move a household. Boxes and newspaper showed up, trailers and strapping. Even a storage unit was located.

I can honestly say that Row and Jay were my heroes that day. Row kept me sane and just worked without being asked. Jay took the initiative and hauled out everything of value; anything that could be sold to help us out. When it was all said and done, the house was an empty shell. Katie also was quick to help and even offer us a place to stay in a camper at her house.

On the bright side, we were able to rent a house minutes down the road from our previous residence on Friday. The house is beautiful and spacious, even if it's smaller. The kids have a yard to play in and we were able to keep the dog. The chickens are being taken care of by Katie for now. We are hoping to get permission to keep them at our new place. We have two apple trees, and two pear trees. There is a screen porch and a large deck. We have a full basement and attic as well as an attached garage.

Yesterday, we rented a 16ft moving truck and a bunch of guys from our church came out to help move. In two trips they moved everything from storage into the garage at our new home. A couple ladies helped me clean cabinets and arrange the furniture. We were able to unpack most of the kitchen and Eric set up his office enough to get back to work.

The last week has felt like a month and my legs are tired. Friday we are headed to Canobie Lake Park, and Sunday it's off to Las Vegas! I hope I can find my clothes before then...