When last we spoke these guys showed up at my house in the rain--Michigan couldn't resist giving me a typical autumn send-off. Matt and his son Craig were the best as were the rest of his crew. 
We never doubted our stuff was in very capable hands. A bit of reflection made me realize that if I were to never see any of my things again the earth would not stop in its orbit. Everything made it in one piece and the move was a success.
The transport of Steve's truck (the black one on the top) was not without a little drama. The movers came on Friday and Saturday morning we were to begin our trip down but the transport said they couldn't pick up the truck until Monday. What?!! I set this up weeks ago and you just now telling me this. Brian (the driver) worked some magic and picked up the truck Saturday afternoon. Can you see the smile on my face? I mean, I just wanted to get to the new house before the movers arrived. 
We followed the old Route 66 as much as possible. We ate at the first Steak N Shake in Missouri. The scenery was beautiful through all the states we traveled except God's country as I've heard Texas called. Well, through the panhandle of Texas God descended in a white cloud where I had maybe a quarter-mile visibility. I was driving at this time and a white semi truck ahead of me became my good buddy but at times all I could see of him was his red taillights.
We followed Route 66 into Arizona and made our way to Flagstaff where we spent the night. In the morning we were greeted with 40 degree temps making me feel like I was back in Michigan.
It was another four days before our stuff would be here but that gave us time to take care of business. After two weeks I finally have internet and slowly getting into a routine. Hopefully soon I will be back to normal (no jokes please).I love my new home and can't wait to get into my sewing room but there are other more important priorities or so I am told.
Thanks to all my good blogging buddies I have been greeted by an email here and there along the way and you don't know how good it was to hear from you. My bloggy world is going to be my dearest friend in these coming days/months.
Love to all,
Susan
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8 sweet reflections:
Susan, it is SO good to hear from you ! I've missed you. I know you've had your hands full, but it's good to know you've reached your new home and can start really settling in. Bloggy friends are the best! I've been touched and blessed in so many ways by you and others. Hugs to you, my friend!
WooHoo! You've survived the big move! I'm glad to hear everything went well -- I hope you get all settled and comfy soon! (Oh, and hahaha, the word verification is sunburn -- very appropriate for your new home LOL!)
Susan, its so lovely to hear from you and that you have arrived at your new home as safe and sound. You must have been flat out with everything going on. Nice to know that you can now just settle in in your own time and at your own pace. Looking forward to seeing photos when you have time.
big hugs Deb
THE most iportant room to set up first is the sewing room!!! :o)
Susan, it is so good to have you back blogging! Glad the move went smoothly...keep us posted on all the news as you settle in! How's the weather now?
Such a big landscape difference. I am so happy you are happy and look forward to reading more about your new place when you are all settled.
Glad to hear you arrived safe and sound. I'm guessing you're enjoying your lovely big kitchen. Would love to see some photo's of your outdoor surroundings.
Glad you made it to Arizona. We just got back from a trip we took to Iowa and Florida. Playing catch up on a few blogs today. I go back to work tomorrow.
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