Alright – not THAT kind of pooped!!!! Pooped as in tired……………….Mom’s doing all the work but I’m exhausted just watching her. They aren’t even moving until probably mid-June but yet the activity is on an increase around here and I’m not too crazy about it……………
There’s lots of information out there about how to move when you have a cat – as in how to make it EASY for the cat……I’m wondering if someone wrote a book about that subject for humans because I’m gonna get it for my Mom!! HAHAHA She’s like the energizer rabbit and in between packing and cleaning and fixing things up for the house to be shown to potential buyers, she’s on the computer FOR ME!!! Trust me, if I could do my own computerizing I would – AND I EVEN HAVE THUMBS but that doesn’t mean I can do it all myself. I need her……SO my mission is to slow her down. What’s the hurry Mom? Make sure you check those boxes before you tape them up!!!!
Oh – and by the way – where’s DAD??? Shouldn’t HE be helping???? Oh I know – he’s busy isn’t he!!!!
Uh huh……..well he’s just being smart – staying out of the way I suppose!
Anyway, you might as well get used to the fact that over the next few months I will be letting off some steam about moving………..among other things………..think you can stand it? Gosh I hope so…..I know all of YOU understand even if my Mom doesn’t quite GET IT!!!!
If you want to vent about moving, go right ahead, Sammy! Back when we moved, I was only posting about my own life once a month (with other posts being book reviews and advice columns), and I didn’t have anywhere NEAR enough space!
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Well Sparkle, my Mom was saying through this period of BUSY we might cut back on my daily blogs……maybe do Monday, Wed. and Friday or something……skip weekends……SOMETHING to give Mom a bit more time. You know how tough it is to keep up sometimes with comments and stuff…..BUT so far we’re getting along alright in that department. Who knows though once the house is being looked at by STRANGERS?!?!?!!?
Hugs, Sam
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Oh that is so funny Sammy, Daddy hiding away,playing with his plane, whilst Mom is running around like a freak, chucking things in boxes Bawahhahhhahahah I’d take a long nap Sammy if I were you, till mid June Bawahhh\hhhahaw xxooxxxxx
Mollie and Alfie
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I think you might be right Mollie – – – naps in quiet places (if I can find one that is) will be the order of the day for yours truly until this is all over with………sigh…………
Hugs, Sam
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It’s started already? Goodness, you will all be ship shape in no time at all! We usually leave it until the week before 😀
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Mom wanted to leave it that long BUTTTTT the realtor thought that might put off some of the humans coming to see the house – tripping over all the clutter you know…..well, at least there are lots of boxes around which I like!
Hugs, sam
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You pack your bags and come for a vacation to mine until it all calms down – just be sure to bring bacon!!
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It’s a deal Basil……….you know me – I’ll probably have bags full of bacon! HAHA
Hugs, sam
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Oh that’s a hard time. To storage all things in boxes is a donkey work. I think our dad’s are related. As my staff moved once, the whole family was busy to pack their whole life in boxes, while he started to respray his car :o)
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HAHAHA….your Dad and my Dad might just be related!!! Sounds like something my Dad would do. Mom actually told him today to GO to the airport because she gets more done with him GONE than with him HERE! HAHAHAHA
Hugs, sam
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You have a pretty smart dad. 🙂 Don’t worry about the move. Let the humans stress for you. Just enjoy all the new trouble that you can get into while the house is turned upside down.
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You’re right – all those boxes? Mom paying attention to everything BUT me? Lots of room for FUN (or trouble or both) !!!
Hugs, Sam
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Oh, we don’t mind you talking about all the preps for the move, Sammy! That’s what we’re here for, right? Too bad you aren’t “into planes” like your dad: you could hang out with him at the airport while your Mom is busy with all those boxes!
Love, Sundae
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Your Mom keeps her house immaculate Sam, inside and out. We can see that from all her pictures. It’s going to sell quickly. And you can play on, in and with the boxes. It will all be good! Just keep Dad occupied doing other things.. 😀
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I am not liking the new smilies!!!!
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All will be okay, just remember, lots of things with your smell scattered about to make it smell like home.
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Don’t worry….things will go well. It’s great that your Mom is starting so early, less stress when the time comes.
The Florida Furkids
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Oh WOW. I’m so sorry my friend. Moving. WOW – you want to come stay at my crib until the move? I’ll get a bed for you. XOXO – Bacon
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Ok…you must have buried this info in a blog post somewhere…….you are MOVING????????????
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Whee’re here for you Sammy mate, vent all your stress out here and you’ll have 5 willing pairs of ears!
The Pigs xx
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Sorry, been away for a bit and this news about you moving is, well, news to me! Happy packing and as a side note, since we just finished a move, check the grocery store for “egg boxes” if you’re in need of boxes. They’re awesome. 😉
~d
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Oh – not familiar with egg boxes but will check it out – thanks for the tip!!!!! This will be interesting for us…and Sam…and we’re hoping this house sells FAST so we can get this party moving QUICKLY!
Nice to hear from you…………sending hugs………..Sam and me!
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We’re right there with you. Moving May 1. I’m taping up boxes and Eko is making sure the couch doesn’t run away. Good luck!
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Oh I know you are doing the same thing…..not fun is it?!?!?!?! But all of us will get there – slowly but surely and in one piece!! Good luck to you too…………
Pam and Sam
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The thought of moving is exhausting
Snorts
Lily & Edward
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We TOTALLY agree!!!!!
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Yow ya vent all ya want Sammy n Miss Pam!!!
Mum wishez she lived close by cause she wuud come help!! She iz amazin at diz packin biz! She ferst declutterd n gave away 3 boxez of nickynackz n bookz to me Aunti Karen. She packed da few nickynackz we keeped. Den da art came off da wallz n rapped in sheetz n put in cartonz. Den da bookz, music stuff n all xtra bitz. All packed & she eben marked what waz in boxez n which room to bee put in 😉
Den she cleened n we were packed in 2 weekz xcept fer me stuff n her clothez n food til da ackshuall move. A week befur we left she packed da rest of her stuff n lived outta a suitcase n eated off papurr platez n used one mug n one settin of cuttleree…..
Da Hu’Mum iz a MASHEEN!!!
Da mornin of da move she got reedy n packed last bitz n food in cartonz n when all da moverz showed up da upstairz lady took me n Mum n all me stuff to new place. Mum put me n bathroom wif eberyfing….Da move waz over in an hour n wiffin 3 hourz all art waz on walls n eberyfing in itz place….Me came out after 2 of da moverz left n hung out wif Aunti n Unckle who helped n it waz pawsum!!!
Funny fing: when Mum waz helping me Aunti Judith pack last yeer at diz time Mum waz markin da cartonz n ritin stuff like “Heavy bookz…REELLY heavy bookz” n a Happy face. Fer Fragile she rote REELLY breakabke so don’t drop n a winky face!! Da moverz lubbed her commintz n dey were so nice to Aunti n Unckle when dey moved!!! Whew diz iz a book,,sowwy….just hope dere are sum ideaz yer pawentz can use in diz…..
Lub Nylablue xxx
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Thanks for sharing your story about moving Nylablue…..My Mom has moved tons of times before but never with ME. We’ve sort of decided that I’ll go to “camp” (kennel close by) for the day of moving – then Mom and Dad will come get me and take me to the NEW house!!!
Hugs, Sam
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I am not surprised that your mom is starting to pack and prepare already, Sammy. She like to stay on top of things. You will do fine in the move. But for now, STAY OUT OF THE BOXES!
Love and licks,
Cupcake
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Thank heavens my arthritis keeps me from leaping about BUT Mom’s keeping a close eye out anyway! Thanks Cuppycake girl!!
Love, Sam
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That’s the worst part of moving is packing and unpacking. Good luck. Have a lovely weekend.
Sue B
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You too!!!
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As someone who has moved dozens or times (often with cats) and sold several homes, I’ve learned a thing or ten. I’ll probably be writing a post about it.
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That’s great…..we could use some tips and encouragement – (and a fast house sale here!!!!).
Love, Sam (and Pam)
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Sammy, we can’t imagine what you’re going through. We’ve never moved. But the mom has moved before with cats that came before us and she tried to keep things calm. But you know how that goes! We hope things calm down for you.
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I’m gonna be BRAVE……I don’t want Mom worrying about ME – she needs to think about the move!!!!
Hugs, Sam
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Gosh moving sounds pretty tough and scary, Whee just found out our hoomans are looking at new hutches to go and live in so whee might be moving soon which is exciting and scary at the same time!
Nacho, Noah, Buddy & Basil
xxxx
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Uhoh……well, maybe if we all keep each other entertained we won’t even notice we’re all moving????
Hugs, Sam
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Who are those strange box people?
I bet they have a hard time finding a hat!
Noodle
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You’re right…….totally……..talk about “squarepants” – they’re squareheads!
Hugs, Sammy
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Oh My Toes! We moved three years ago! It took me two days to speak to my human again, but the noms she gave me were worth it! PurrPurrPurrPurr
Lilith Kitten Mahoney, Age 13
Senior Memfur of The Feline Contingent
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Hi Lilith! Nice to meet a fellow “younger than springtime” cat! I’m sure I’ll be just dandy with the move – I’m sure my parents are more worried about me than I am about me!!! Isn’t that always the way??????
Hugs, Sammy
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Sammy!
Moving is not too bad. Me has moved a elebenty milliontimes! (actually, Nellie has moved 7 since 2000). Just makes sure that yous stays out of the boxes!
Kisses
Nellie
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WOW……well, I’ve only been HERE since a wee baby 14 years ago but I’m determined to be brave!!!! THanks for the pep talk Nellie!
Love, Sam
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That movin stuff are no fun!
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Boy oh boy is that the truth! 😦
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Poor Sammy, but just think of how nice it’ll be when your mom and dad don’t have to do so much yard work……more time for YOU! What will happen to Stevie when you move? I’m worried. xoK
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Our next door neighbors are going to take over the feeding of Stevie at THEIR house!!! Isn’t that cool? She already knows them (and their kids) so it will be fine for her. She knows this neighborhood and wouldn’t be safe in the new one.
Thanks for caring……..we do too!
Love, Sam and Mom
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I knew you’d already have it all worked out Sam & Pam, I love that you are so caring to do so ❤ ❤ ❤ xoxK
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Sammy I know how mummy feels..seems like yesterday…three years this August and the though of ever moving again..shudders….tell mum breathe……says me who didn’t breathe for months!! and peeps through our house at xmas drove me bonkers!!! so invasive …I send mum my best and just remember all the girls here coped really well..so you will be fine 🙂 hugs and love Fozziemum..pee ess mum will be on box alert everywhere….where to get more…the search is crazy!!! xxx
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Dear Fozziemum……we’re so worried about Forrest the Quest seems like a silly thing to be worried about. I’m sure I’ll be fine with the move and all the hoopla…..and we’re hoping Forrest will recover quickly and fully!
Hugs for all of you, Sam and Mom
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Sammy a quest is still something fun and exciting…Forrest is well snoring his head off here so I think your qust may be more of a worry hahahah 🙂 he had no trouble with his dinner and is bright and alert…when not snoring 😉 You have fun my friend..maybe you will have to administer first aid and Forrest’s experience might give you the edge 😉 Hugs to you and mum Fozziemum xxxx
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Oh Sammy I REALLY know what you’re talking about! It’s crazy isn’t it! On the plus side… You should be getting extra boxes!
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Bailey’s right, think of all the box fun you’re going to have!
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Oh my goodness, I am behind on my reading so didn’t know about your big move yet! I love your beautiful house so couldn’t imagine it….but I certainly understand how a big house and yard can be A LOT of work. And at least you are not going too far. Sammy, I know your Mom will do everything she can to make it easier on you. We had one cat that moved with us 5 times! He was an easygoing guy but still, I think you will be OK, Sammy. Just focus on all of those fun boxes to play and sleep in!
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Thanks for the encouraging words Miss Jan…..I’m going to try to be a “go with the flow” kind of guy for the next few months and I’m sure as long as I have my Mom lookin’ out for me I’ll be fine. I’ll miss this house and the yard but it’s time to MOVE ON!!
Hugs, Sammy
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