A big THANK YOU to all who helped us move! We couldn't have done it without the generosity of our friends. David's boss and wife even came out to Surprise to help us get packed up and then followed us over here to unload beds and a few essentials. Then a bunch of guys from work came and helped us unload Saturday morning along with our good friend Michael who also provided dinner for us on Sunday. So much generosity, now I have a guilt complex.
Pregnancy and moving don't mix. It's way harder emotionally and physically! We moved when I was pregnant with Cyrena but this time was harder since we'd been in that house 5+ years. I thought I was fine until my final solo walk-through when the kids were already loaded in the car and everyone was waiting outside to head across the valley. That's when the memories and tears flooded me. That's when I pictured bringing my babies home, tucking them into bed every night, and all the million other little events that have taken place in that home.
I'm doing alright so far. The only time I get a little sad is when Cyrena starts talking about missing our house and her friends. I have to change the subject quickly. We're getting settled despite various little bumps in the road. We really like the house. It has it's cosmetic issues but that's ok. I'm loving being pregnant in a one-story, I never have been! The kids have more room to run around and they've been so happy. This house is slightly smaller than our old house but the layout is such that there's more open space so that's nice.
My body was in bad shape during all the moving. It felt like I was at the end of my pregnancy with all the pressure and aching I was feeling 'down low'. Luckily it's gone now and I'm not waddling anymore!
Here are some pictures of the crazy weekend
Pregnancy and moving don't mix. It's way harder emotionally and physically! We moved when I was pregnant with Cyrena but this time was harder since we'd been in that house 5+ years. I thought I was fine until my final solo walk-through when the kids were already loaded in the car and everyone was waiting outside to head across the valley. That's when the memories and tears flooded me. That's when I pictured bringing my babies home, tucking them into bed every night, and all the million other little events that have taken place in that home.
I'm doing alright so far. The only time I get a little sad is when Cyrena starts talking about missing our house and her friends. I have to change the subject quickly. We're getting settled despite various little bumps in the road. We really like the house. It has it's cosmetic issues but that's ok. I'm loving being pregnant in a one-story, I never have been! The kids have more room to run around and they've been so happy. This house is slightly smaller than our old house but the layout is such that there's more open space so that's nice.
My body was in bad shape during all the moving. It felt like I was at the end of my pregnancy with all the pressure and aching I was feeling 'down low'. Luckily it's gone now and I'm not waddling anymore!
Here are some pictures of the crazy weekend
A picture of our loft the night before we moved-pretty empty especially considering what it looked like before.
The girls slept together on an air mattress...Natalie's first time not in a crib besides camping
The next day I put Natalie down for a nap. She didn't want to because there was too much going on. She kept trying to get out but I wouldn't let her. She finally decided to empty out books all over the room then fell asleep like this. She slept for over 2 hours like that.
Our first morning in our new house. They woke up excited!
The Bluths came to spend conference weekend with us and help us get a little settled. They cooked for us too and it was awesome!! The kids were great at entertaining themselves. They built many forts with all the boxes.
Cyrena found a 'box chair' to relax in
Ashley with Gavin and sweet Jane
The Bluths left after the Sunday morning session of conference then we had a picnic lunch in the family room.It was a fun way to spend our first weekend in our new home. I've got pictures of the room we have completely unpacked so far....they'll come soon.
7 comments:
Moving is so hard! Emotionally more so for me..like leaving you guys! But, Jenna you are one of the greatest women I have know, and you will thrive. You are easy to love! Good luck!
Aww this makes me tear up because one I know how it feels to leave such good friends, pack up and leave wonderful memories to a place we called home and to hear my little one say how much she misses her friends and the house with the "big stairs".....it isn't easy and its going to be a change for sure, but if anyone can do it and do it well with a smile on her face and peace in her heart it's Jenna Dean! You are an amazing woman and inspiring to say the least. I'll be forever grateful for your service,love and friendship you not only shared with me and my family but esp Hannah too! She misses you dearly! When I make my trips out to Mesa to visit my Gram I will be sure to call you!! Stay in touch my friend!! Good luck in all that you guys do!! xoxo
Now I feel guilty, we really didn't help you move at all! How did that happen? We just crashed your new house your 2nd night moving in... but it was a good transition for us I think.
it's nice that you guys are getting settled in :) i know how you feel about getting a little weepy over a home or apt. etc. but the girls look like they are great as usual! and the cutest. love natalie and her sleepy poses. hope you guys get started making awesome memories in your new home :)
miss you!
Wish we could have been of some help to you! I love Cyrena's box chair- haha! I heard your ward is great-- so glad to hear it!
I'm glad you're getting settled. Before you know it, your new place will have plenty of memories there to help feel the void of your last home. Just know we miss you guys so much! Even today J. said, "I want to move in with Cyrena cuz I really miss her! And Nanna, too."
You know how much he loves his Nanna and for him to miss Cyrena as much as his Nanna says it all!
Wow Jen, I didn't know you guys were moving. I was very emotional when we moved, and I wasn't even pregnant. Congratulations on your new adventure.
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