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Starting Over: Packing Up & Prioritizing Self-Care Amidst Lease Non-Renewal

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  • čas přidán 12. 01. 2024
  • Welcome to my world of moving madness! No fancy details yet, but I'm keeping it real as I clean, pack, and try not to lose my mind.
    Come tag along as I face the not-so-fun task of packing up my life. I'll share my thoughts, wrestle with some anxiety, but sticking to self-care and a positive mindset.
    During this messy cleaning and packing adventure, I'm throwing out practical tips. Decluttering hacks, efficient packing - I've got your back to stay organized and somewhat sane during your move.
    And because I'm just like you, I'll spill the beans on self-care that actually works for me. A chill bath, some mindfulness, or just stepping outside - the real deal for real people.
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Komentáře • 82

  • @MySemiSortedLife
    @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci

    This is part 3 of a series of 4 videos - Watch them all in order here. czcams.com/play/PLOQdR5OVSlXOBtIMtgcVKH2qaX6PHKqHA.html

  • @Lanzafan1
    @Lanzafan1 Před 7 měsíci +28

    Tips for moving day - Put kettle, mugs, glasses and all tea, coffee etc supplies in a seperate box and take it in the car with you so you can make a brew as soon as you arrive at new home: Keep all your bedding together in a seperate box and make up all beds up first thing when you arrive, so you can all go to bed when you get too tired to do anything more for the day. Tiredness creeps up fast and the worst thing is when you don't have a bed ready to get in to. Don't bother taking clothes out of bedroom drawers, and storing them in seperate bags or boxes. Keep everything in their drawers and tie cord around it all to stop drawers opening in transit. (They won't be much heavier for handlers to carry) Don't forget to let the fridge sit for at least 3 hours before you turn it back on when it gets to new house. Before moving day arrange for your mail to be redirected ass soon as you can. Post office here in UK require a few weeks' notice.

    • @joycemarsh2743
      @joycemarsh2743 Před 7 měsíci +3

    • @krissy2321
      @krissy2321 Před 7 měsíci +4

      Great moving tips

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Oh yes! Mail - I forgot about that - I keep thinking of it randomly. I actually have a PO Box so I might start with redirecting it there until we have an address.

    • @annieliz7842
      @annieliz7842 Před 7 měsíci +3

      You’re a seasoned expert like me!!!!! Always follow then tip! 🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷

    • @kobiejane554
      @kobiejane554 Před 7 měsíci

      @@MySemiSortedLife that’s a good idea! And keep a list or spreadsheet so you know what you have updated and what you haven’t.

  • @karenturner7983
    @karenturner7983 Před 7 měsíci

    Moving tip. Move all your furniture into your new place before you take in boxes and belongings. Less to maneuver around. If you have a second floor, move all of the top floor in first.
    Set up beds and make them right away. You all have a good place to rest your heads after a long day of moving.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Lots of love from Ohio.

  • @angid3953
    @angid3953 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Someone may have mentioned this already, but when I pack it’s all about labeling boxes.
    What room, list of things in the box (just in case you are searching for something) & date box was packed. Sometimes, you may only remember the day…good place to start.
    Especially because you’re starting early. It’s a good thing, helps to feel a little more in control. Be blessed, friend.😊

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Oh that's a great tip about the date etc... that is what I would remember - so impractical is my brain. lol

  • @Patricia-wd9qj
    @Patricia-wd9qj Před 7 měsíci +2

    Mel. Your doing a wonderful job. The doing self care. Is very important and relaxing spending some time for one self. Wondering if your young kiddies, can help you with the cleaning up. Take care. Lots of Love.

  • @lakien
    @lakien Před 7 měsíci

    Hey hi, I’ve been in your exact shoes. 13 years and then the landlord wanted to move in because we made their house look too good. I spoke with our real estate and they found us another house pretty much instantly (had 2 weeks to pack) a smaller house but because of our rental history we were looked after. I didn’t technically have to apply for the house. Pets were not allowed but real estate pleaded our case - we’ve 3 cats and 1 dog and our landlord has met all and loves them. Our house is smaller and I’m sad about things I had to get rid of and this house is not as “nice” as the last one but it’s much happier. I feel you, it’s overwhelming if you look at the big picture so don’t. Write lists and work on that. First on the list though is talk to your real estate agent and see what they can do to help.

  • @juliesmith668
    @juliesmith668 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Hi Mel. hope getting started helps with the anxiety, I found once I realised it was doable I found everything easier to manage. Productive days help enormously!!! Keep going, we believe in you!!!!😘

  • @Mrsran87
    @Mrsran87 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Awww,I just adore Peggy the pup..such a great lil helper she is!!😉 We are here cheering you on every minute every step of the way,dear Mel!! Big hugs~Lisa from Virginia USA💞

  • @sarahconner8287
    @sarahconner8287 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Don't be so hard on yourself because you are doing a great job taking care of your family , your job and many other things ❤ I think you're great 😊❤

  • @annecoyle5811
    @annecoyle5811 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Hello Mrs! I’ve not been on for while ..So you’re moving,I don’t envy you. I see I have a few videos I have to catch up with,so I’ll binge watch after this one. Keep smiling sunshine 🌞

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +2

      I have missed your comments Anne! You always make me smile!

  • @junepoirrier2351
    @junepoirrier2351 Před 7 měsíci +2

    My cat loved watching your puppy harassing you when you were cleaning the living room.

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +2

      My cats do not love the harassment of a puppy. 😂

  • @Clare.Maree67
    @Clare.Maree67 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Hang in there, you're doing a fantastic job. I don't know how you're doing it, I am struggling with clearing out one room after my daughter and her partner moved out and no stress of finding a new home and moving! Be kind to yourself and take care. I hope everything works out for you soon ❤

  • @tracyc160
    @tracyc160 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Great video! Your such a strong person. No matter what you keep chugging along. You got this!

  • @bronwyn3568
    @bronwyn3568 Před 7 měsíci

    Tape gun when I moved never found again after we moved 5 years ago, probably movers kept, lol 😂.
    Yes kristie from thismumathome, great vlogs too, inspiring 👏

  • @catherinep1800
    @catherinep1800 Před 7 měsíci +1

    You are doing so amazing, Mel ❤.

  • @ellenstam-mulder3002
    @ellenstam-mulder3002 Před 7 měsíci +3

    he lovely, if you are packing, label every box good so you now what's in it and witch room it goes or from who it is. take a place where you can put the boxes where you can put a lot of them. i put it in the dining room and living room. replace the furniture if needed. you can pack winter cloth's, a lot of kitchen stuf already and yes your office stuff. don't forget the garage or shed to go in there and declutter so much as you can. it is hard if you don't now where you are going to. put if you need in the worst case a storage to store your stuff you want less stuf to storge because that is so expensive. keep on going you are doing good. big hug Ellen

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +3

      Thanks so much Ellen - great minds think alike - doing all those things - my husband is onto the garage.... I'm dreading the cleaning although it should be easier without all the furniture and stuff.

  • @RebeccaShepherd
    @RebeccaShepherd Před 7 měsíci +3

    Yay for starting mel, that's always the hardest part. Amd you feel better amd more motivated every step of the way. But yes it is chaos before it gets better. Definitely getting rid of large furniture you don't need amd rubbish. And then packing anything you don't need for now. I lined my boxes with clothes qith garbage bags to mini water damage etc. I got down to living like we were living out of a suitcase or on holidays. Super minimal clothes, linen, plates cutlery, toys etc. It's an experience but we made it like a game. Cleaning was easier 😅
    You got this mel and we are here every step of the way. To minimise bublewrap, use clothes and towels etc to pack glassware and breakables.
    Try and have a box for each kid, at the other end it can help keep them entertained if you have boxed up some toys and books that are now like new cos they haven't used them in a while.

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Great tips! I bought clear garbage bags for the clothes and told the kids to put winter things and clothes they're not going to wear in there... should cut down on the washing too! lol

  • @sonavitkova8273
    @sonavitkova8273 Před 7 měsíci

    Hi Mel, I don't know about you in Australia, but here in the Czech Republic we usually don't have moving boxes. We get boxes for free in different shops - the best ones are the ones made from bananas (they also have lids). Boxes from electrical appliances are also good, but usually stores don't have them freely available, but only for purchased products... Anyway, good luck with the packaging!!!😁

  • @lindabourketempleton4040
    @lindabourketempleton4040 Před 7 měsíci

    I used to use a plastic rake to rake the toys into the corner, other family members could pick up after themselves and the pets

  • @lesleyharris525
    @lesleyharris525 Před 7 měsíci

    Peggy is so cute, Mel, lovely you have got this, I have everything crossed for a good outcome for you all. ❤

  • @tinag183
    @tinag183 Před 7 měsíci +4

    When we moved into our last house I got rid of obvious trash and thigs we did not need but the majority was done while unpacking. I had so much going on while packing that i didn't have it in me to make difficult decisions. I had an idea in my head what my new life should look like and had no problem donating and tossing anything that did not support my vision once the move was done. When we moved again 2 years later i had a much easier time decluttering before the move.

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Oh that’s so reassuring I almost want to cry because that’s exactly how I feel. I just don’t have it in me for a lot of the little nick nacky things. Obvious rubbish etc.

  • @nataliesmith8827
    @nataliesmith8827 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Yay to a productive day 😊 and thanks for keeping it real as it really can be a s*** show 😂

  • @bronwyn3568
    @bronwyn3568 Před 7 měsíci +1

    We dint pay for boxes as we got them from supermarkets, big w, target, and other places, fruit boxes(of course clean ones) 😊

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Yeah - I just wanted bulk boxes. They've been a godsend and I'll re-sell them when we unpack. lol

  • @3geesplay236
    @3geesplay236 Před 7 měsíci +3

    It looks like you’re making a good start!

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +1

      It's hard to do when we don't know for certain where and when - but we'll get there.

  • @barbarap6851
    @barbarap6851 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Hi Mel, I am sure you are overwhelmed. Packing a whole house and not knowing the space you are going into, I am sure in daunting. But I also know that you have a cache pot of coping skills that you will be putting to use!! I am praying you find housing soon. xo

  • @GoingGreenMom
    @GoingGreenMom Před 7 měsíci +2

    Youve got this Mel! You are doing great.

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks Megan! (tell me that's your name and I'm not having a brain fart. lol)

    • @GoingGreenMom
      @GoingGreenMom Před 7 měsíci

      @@MySemiSortedLife rofl, guilty as charged. You aren't losing your mind. 🤣

  • @vicky_plans_budgets
    @vicky_plans_budgets Před 7 měsíci +2

    Lists will be your friend hun.. create a list of things to do in each room and work through that list. The beauty of a list is that others can work from it too. Plus you’re a planner so you’ll get satisfaction ticking off each item. Just make sure you take care of yourself in between. Please go to your doctor if your BP continues to be high. I take BP tablets and I never realised how a high BP can affect you physically.
    Peggy is so adorable 🥰 hope you have a great day today.

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +2

      Yes! I created a "shared note" on my phone and sent the link to all the kids and my husband - so they have a concept of what needs doing. I also created a wall (fridge) planner with themes for each day so they know what to focus on. #plannerbliss And yes - GP appointment scheduled for later this month.

    • @vicky_plans_budgets
      @vicky_plans_budgets Před 7 měsíci +2

      @@MySemiSortedLife see you’re on top of things 🤗💜

  • @rachalnocchi5600
    @rachalnocchi5600 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Those tapes are genius! Beats a Sharpie, I have so many Sharpies now!😂 You are doing so great, the hardest part is just boxing shite up!❤

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Yeah - makes you wonder if you can do without all the Stuff for a few weeks - why not forever? lol

  • @sailortwips
    @sailortwips Před 7 měsíci

    Gosh, I deeply relate the all the things you're feeling right now. I found the whole process of moving so much more difficult because we didn't know where we were going or when or if we would even find somewhere. The unknown of it all just made it so much tougher. Especially with little to no outside support.
    And we had to do our decluttering if at the other end as well, there just wasn't enough time or brainpower left to tackle it beforehand even though it meant packing up and moving a bunch of stuff we knew we probably weren't going to be keeping.
    I wish I could offer to help in person in some way whether it be cleaning or packing or anything else you need.
    You're doing great though, even if it might not always feel like it. 💜💜

  • @mandradenney8317
    @mandradenney8317 Před 6 měsíci

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @Dee-iw6up
    @Dee-iw6up Před 7 měsíci

    Dear Mel, I hate seeing you struggle. Wish I could help you with your packing. Mel, as a many times packer, both with young children and without, may I highly recommend just one room at a time. I understand how easy it is to get sidetracked in each room, but if you can set yourself up in one room at a time, it is easier. It allows you to have what you need, your boxes, tape, marker pen, bubble wrap, paper all in one spot. Also garbage bags for rubbish and donations from each room. As you finish each room you will see more clearly how much has been achieved.
    Mel, I know you love to take on extra as you worry the kids will be stressed, but if you get sick from doing everything, it won't help them. Please chat with them about helping out, they're all old enough to pitch in and lighten the load. So sorry if that comes across as unasked for advice Mel, but I just see that you need to insist on it being a team effort, for the sake of your health. Big hugs. 💌💐

  • @janejones1797
    @janejones1797 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Mel, we share a birthday! July 30! I’m probably about 20 years ahead of you, though!

  • @annieliz7842
    @annieliz7842 Před 7 měsíci

    Here with you!!!!

  • @sonyahubbard3226
    @sonyahubbard3226 Před 7 měsíci

    👏🏼👏🏼

  • @Mrskojak13
    @Mrskojak13 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Can you get a storage unit to store the boxes until you move? Also what about a move to the country? Pets and kids are welcome there. Maybe a farmhouse? The day you move put each persons bedding in black garbage bags with bedroom and persons name !

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Would love a move to the country - but then you have to factor in extra travel expenses for work and school - my eldest has two retail jobs so we're frequently running her around even close to town. Could add hours to our week. The dream is to do that long term though - for the next couple of years we need to stay close to the schools and work...

  • @sassyslsgrl
    @sassyslsgrl Před 7 měsíci +2

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @amppari3061
    @amppari3061 Před 7 měsíci

    🧡😃

  • @DollyDimples87
    @DollyDimples87 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I love maybuy...❤

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +2

      I cancel more than I save for lol

    • @DollyDimples87
      @DollyDimples87 Před 7 měsíci +1

      @MySemiSortedLife I do the same 😂 have not had afterpay for about 6 years now... and so far with maybuy I have not brought anything. It's a good feature to have. :)

  • @joycemarsh2743
    @joycemarsh2743 Před 7 měsíci +2

  • @kobiejane554
    @kobiejane554 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Don’t buy a monitor yet. Just concentrate on moving first and getting through that financial burden first. And settling into potentially paying more rent. As a friend - don’t buy anything at the moment.

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I didn't buy it - I satisfied the shopaholic in me by "pretending" to buy it and created a savings account for it... but I'm unlikely to buy it at all and will likely delete the savings account. lol. I've been pretty good with my spendy ways since we've gotten this news. Resisted a LOT of temptations...

  • @lindabourketempleton4040
    @lindabourketempleton4040 Před 7 měsíci

    Would having so many pets effect the rental future

  • @kristinesharp6286
    @kristinesharp6286 Před 7 měsíci

    If money is an issue, don’t add on any more pets. It’s a huge amount to the budget. It’s also harder to secure the next property the more of them you have. I don’t know how many you have, I’m new to the videos, but say you renew lease once and then need to find another place it might be more choices if you just have 1 pet and not many?

  • @franskie1697
    @franskie1697 Před 7 měsíci +1

    ❤❤❤

  • @sheilafelix113
    @sheilafelix113 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Would your landloard be willing to break your lease early if you find a great home?

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 7 měsíci +1

      I really really really hope so - I'm hopeful but also doubtful.

    • @sheilafelix113
      @sheilafelix113 Před 7 měsíci +3

      @@MySemiSortedLife It seems crazy that they want you out. But, not early.....buggers.....

  • @gloriafontanez9006
    @gloriafontanez9006 Před 6 měsíci

    Are you including the kids in this? They need to help so they can see that you are all in this together.

    • @MySemiSortedLife
      @MySemiSortedLife  Před 6 měsíci

      well.. they live here - so... lol. Yes - we're including them in the process but I'm working really really hard to protect them from my anxiety and stress related to the details and unknown. They don't need that.

  • @bronwyn3568
    @bronwyn3568 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Your birthday 30th July? Mine is 11th July 😅😊