All Packed Up

This past Friday after work our ZippyShell (pod) arrived! We were a little unsure about how large it would be out on the street but it ended up being the perfect size.



We already had boxes lined up ready to go out.



We got a couch and a few boxes in that afternoon but figured we would do most of the heavy lifting on Saturday. We were already pretty tired after a long week of work.



We got organized to start back at it early the next morning.



The next morning my mom was so nice to come out and help with our first full day of loading up the pod.





Mom and I spent time packing boxes inside as Eric hauled them out to the truck. It was so great to spend some quality time with her, even though we were putting her to work.



With everything out of the closets, drawers, storage unit, attic - there was still a lot to sort through.



Mom also spotlessly cleaned our oven for us :)



Making good progress!



Out in front of our first home together.



The next day, Sunday morning, Eric's parents came over to help out for a couple hours as well. Eric is a really good packer. He will keep moving things around Tetris-style until everything fits and makes sure the weight is distributed the way it should be. He has done a lot of moving, whether it's himself or helping someone else out.



But he learned his packing skills from his dad. These two are pack masters.





By noon we were pretty much all loaded up. Eric's parents left and we had a few other odds and ends to go through in the house that afternoon.



Hangers - the struggle.



Getting there but still lots to do.



After another trip to Goodwill and a lot more cleaning/straightening up, our final box was packed up at about 9 PM Sunday night. Just in time, the pod was scheduled to be picked up the next day while we were at work.



Next time we see all this stuff, we'll be in San Diego!



By the end of the day we were beat. We blew up our air mattress and enjoyed relaxing and watching a movie.



Monday when we got home from work, the pod was gone. This week is full of pulling weeds, washing windows, taking nails out of the walls and spackling, lots of cleaning, and getting Eric's car ready for the drive out. I can't believe this Friday is our last day of work here. We're looking forward to spending more time with family this weekend!