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Missy
We aer moving in a month to another state. The moving company that my employer has tie up with will take 12-14 days for the getting our things to the new place. So we will ahve to stay without majority of our stuff for 2 weeks. We are planning to drive to the new house so we can take some stuff (essentials) with us. We have 2 kids 3yr and 5 yrs. Can you give the list of "essential" things that i need to retain and take with me in the car to use it in the first 2 weeks until all my stuff arrives.
I have a minivan which i can stuff items in the back. I know i ahve to carry liquid items anyway coz mover wont take it. I also dont wnat to be running to the stores multiple times (i still have to know what shops are nearby etc in my new place). so any suggestions for the list of items i need to take will be helpful. thanks..
Answer
As you have a ROOF over your head all you NEED is food and some clothes and things for SLEEP.
You do not NEED beds for sleeping. A play pen for the wee one a blanket on the floor for older. Think of it as a two week camping holiday. Just using a nicer tent.If stove and refrigerator are included. A FEW pots and pans some dishware and you are good to go for your two weeks.Suggest in the car just some fresh things and food for a day or two. THERE ARE GROCERY STORES at the new place The rest of your food pantry is coming in 14 DAYS. One or two trips to the market will cover things like milk and bread.Buy easy to make food stuffs or ready made items for your first few days. You have lots to do besides cooking dinner.
Here is a good list.
http://simplemom.net/an-essential-checklist-for-moving-in-to-a-new-home/
http://www.themovechannel.com/guides/Moving/On_the_day/Bare_essentials_pack/
Add SOME personal hygiene items. You only NEED the basics. It is for 14 days not 14 months.
Be honest with your self and separate NEEDS from WANTS. There are stores for ESSENTIALS if
you do not bring it in the car. Most of the WANTS can wait 14 days for your STUFF to come.
Here is a check list of FIRST DAY THINGS
http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q3/ms_checklist_firstnight.pdf
After you arrive for your stuff.
http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q3/ms_checklist_firstnight.pdf
A SMALL tool box to do the little things while getting ready for your stuff.
A few toys for the WEE ones. Investigate a nearby day care, neighbors or company co workers for some child care help. You have lots to do and few hours with out kids in tow gets lots done.
Good Luck Pause take a deep breath and remember why you want too move.Expect the unexpected and just deal with it as it comes up. You are not in some isolated barren wasteland.
As you have a ROOF over your head all you NEED is food and some clothes and things for SLEEP.
You do not NEED beds for sleeping. A play pen for the wee one a blanket on the floor for older. Think of it as a two week camping holiday. Just using a nicer tent.If stove and refrigerator are included. A FEW pots and pans some dishware and you are good to go for your two weeks.Suggest in the car just some fresh things and food for a day or two. THERE ARE GROCERY STORES at the new place The rest of your food pantry is coming in 14 DAYS. One or two trips to the market will cover things like milk and bread.Buy easy to make food stuffs or ready made items for your first few days. You have lots to do besides cooking dinner.
Here is a good list.
http://simplemom.net/an-essential-checklist-for-moving-in-to-a-new-home/
http://www.themovechannel.com/guides/Moving/On_the_day/Bare_essentials_pack/
Add SOME personal hygiene items. You only NEED the basics. It is for 14 days not 14 months.
Be honest with your self and separate NEEDS from WANTS. There are stores for ESSENTIALS if
you do not bring it in the car. Most of the WANTS can wait 14 days for your STUFF to come.
Here is a check list of FIRST DAY THINGS
http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q3/ms_checklist_firstnight.pdf
After you arrive for your stuff.
http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q3/ms_checklist_firstnight.pdf
A SMALL tool box to do the little things while getting ready for your stuff.
A few toys for the WEE ones. Investigate a nearby day care, neighbors or company co workers for some child care help. You have lots to do and few hours with out kids in tow gets lots done.
Good Luck Pause take a deep breath and remember why you want too move.Expect the unexpected and just deal with it as it comes up. You are not in some isolated barren wasteland.
what to take on a 4 day camping trip to the beach?
�kinny
what should i take ? 2 adults 2 kids going to the beach? some friends are coming too. im also taking my rats.
Answer
How much info are you looking for? I can give you quite a list of stuff that I use to choose from. Add a note to this question or contact me thru e-mail link. Below are some thoughts and a link to a pretty good checklist online.
Some food ideas:
Breakfast:
- Pancakes
- French toast
- eggs (regular or scrambled)
- bacon
- sausages
- slice ham
- oatmeal (flavored or regular)
- cereal
Lunch:
- lunch meat sandwiches
- cheese sandwiches
- grilled cheese sandwiches
- macaroni & cheese
- peanut butter and jelly sandwiches
- burritos/tostadas
Dinner:
- chili
- hot dogs
- hamburgers
- pork & beans
- baked potatoes
- mashed potatoes
- spaghetti
- ravioli
- soup
Anytime:
- apples
- oranges
- bananas
- grapes
- carrots
- etc...
Some things for fun and to help entertain like cards, Uno, simple board games (backgammon, chess, checkers, yahtzee, etc...), frisbee, football, reading books, small radio, create a scavenger hunt for nature items, capture the flag, sing-a-long songs, horseshoes, etc...
Roast marshmallows, make smores, etc....
Make sure you know how to setup your tent before you go to make sure you have everything and it will be a lot easier to do and less stressful than learning the first time at the camp site.
For the most sleeping comfort, a good air mattress is best, next are the inflatable thermarest type pads, and lastly the foam pads.
Rain gear (waterproof pants and coats are best, ponchos at a minimum), bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit are all good essentials to have.
Flashlights are very useful, whatever you have will probably be good enough, but make sure you have extra batteries and light bulbs. If you want to get new ones, get the LED type lights. They are much more durable and the batteries will last a lot longer than regular lights. Headlamp type lights are great for working around the camp to keep your hands free. Make sure to try them out first before you buy to make sure they work well and provide good light, but know that they will not match the light output of the standard light bulb lights, but work great when it's dark out.
Take an extra blanket or 2 along just in case it gets colder than your sleeping bags can handle.
Gas or propane lanterns are great and provide a lot of general lighting. Battery operated ones are good too, just make sure they are charged or have extra batteries.
A good gas or propane stove, is good. Make sure you have enough gas or propane to fuel them and know how to light and use them.
It will be easier to clean up if you use plastic or paper disposable plates and cups and plasticware utensils. Can opener, spatulas (rubber and metal types), knives, aluminum foil (if you use it to line cooking stuff can help reduce cleanup and is great over open fires to cook with and can also help wrap up leftovers if you like), ladles, pots and pans, etc.... as needed for whatever you plan to be cooking.
Water is essential, make sure you have access to clean water or bring it with you (you will need quite a bit), there are water containers you can buy to help keep water at your site if none is close by.
Paper towels of course. Maybe a medium wash tub or two would be useful for cleanup of cooking utensils.
Coolers for food and drinks that need to be kept cold.
Trashbags to put your trash in every day (be sure to not leave it just laying around, especially at night. Throw it away in approved trash bins or you could have unexpected visitors). Store your food in the cars, especially at night, and don't take any food inside the tent.
Personal hygiene items as you know you might need, toothpaste and brush, towels, soap, clothes (enough to change into every day or go to get washed), m
How much info are you looking for? I can give you quite a list of stuff that I use to choose from. Add a note to this question or contact me thru e-mail link. Below are some thoughts and a link to a pretty good checklist online.
Some food ideas:
Breakfast:
- Pancakes
- French toast
- eggs (regular or scrambled)
- bacon
- sausages
- slice ham
- oatmeal (flavored or regular)
- cereal
Lunch:
- lunch meat sandwiches
- cheese sandwiches
- grilled cheese sandwiches
- macaroni & cheese
- peanut butter and jelly sandwiches
- burritos/tostadas
Dinner:
- chili
- hot dogs
- hamburgers
- pork & beans
- baked potatoes
- mashed potatoes
- spaghetti
- ravioli
- soup
Anytime:
- apples
- oranges
- bananas
- grapes
- carrots
- etc...
Some things for fun and to help entertain like cards, Uno, simple board games (backgammon, chess, checkers, yahtzee, etc...), frisbee, football, reading books, small radio, create a scavenger hunt for nature items, capture the flag, sing-a-long songs, horseshoes, etc...
Roast marshmallows, make smores, etc....
Make sure you know how to setup your tent before you go to make sure you have everything and it will be a lot easier to do and less stressful than learning the first time at the camp site.
For the most sleeping comfort, a good air mattress is best, next are the inflatable thermarest type pads, and lastly the foam pads.
Rain gear (waterproof pants and coats are best, ponchos at a minimum), bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit are all good essentials to have.
Flashlights are very useful, whatever you have will probably be good enough, but make sure you have extra batteries and light bulbs. If you want to get new ones, get the LED type lights. They are much more durable and the batteries will last a lot longer than regular lights. Headlamp type lights are great for working around the camp to keep your hands free. Make sure to try them out first before you buy to make sure they work well and provide good light, but know that they will not match the light output of the standard light bulb lights, but work great when it's dark out.
Take an extra blanket or 2 along just in case it gets colder than your sleeping bags can handle.
Gas or propane lanterns are great and provide a lot of general lighting. Battery operated ones are good too, just make sure they are charged or have extra batteries.
A good gas or propane stove, is good. Make sure you have enough gas or propane to fuel them and know how to light and use them.
It will be easier to clean up if you use plastic or paper disposable plates and cups and plasticware utensils. Can opener, spatulas (rubber and metal types), knives, aluminum foil (if you use it to line cooking stuff can help reduce cleanup and is great over open fires to cook with and can also help wrap up leftovers if you like), ladles, pots and pans, etc.... as needed for whatever you plan to be cooking.
Water is essential, make sure you have access to clean water or bring it with you (you will need quite a bit), there are water containers you can buy to help keep water at your site if none is close by.
Paper towels of course. Maybe a medium wash tub or two would be useful for cleanup of cooking utensils.
Coolers for food and drinks that need to be kept cold.
Trashbags to put your trash in every day (be sure to not leave it just laying around, especially at night. Throw it away in approved trash bins or you could have unexpected visitors). Store your food in the cars, especially at night, and don't take any food inside the tent.
Personal hygiene items as you know you might need, toothpaste and brush, towels, soap, clothes (enough to change into every day or go to get washed), m
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