Unpacking

"An oak is not felled at one stroke."

It is a rare person who enjoys moving and unpacking; or who can be convinced that something "fun" can be made of it. If you discover how to make it enjoyable, please let us know. Most people recognize a daunting task when they see one, and moving into your new home is one such task.

The good news:

• This is where planning your move pays off. When your moving boxes are clearly marked and contain related items, the job of making your new house your home can be accomplished with a minimal amount of inconvenience.
• Don't attempt to unpack everything in one day or one week. By unpacking the most important items first, the distress of moving can be quickly relieved. (You'll be amazed how many things can remain in boxes for months without being missed.)

Unpacking Made Easy:

A. Gather together boxes and items based upon the room in which they belong.
B. Unpack boxes and furnish rooms in this order:

1. Kitchen
Before long you'll need to feed hungry mouths. A kitchen table is also a good meeting place.

2. Bathrooms
After a long day and a hearty meal, a warm bath or shower will do wonders.

3. Bedrooms / Clothes closets
At the end of the day, you'll need a place to rest your weary head. In the morning you'll need a change of clothes. If you don't want to spend time assembling your bed now, you can at least toss the mattress on the floor. (If you've never been camping, this is similar.)

4. Family Room / Living Room
Take your time and discuss where you want the heavy furniture. You want to place heavy objects just once.