It's time to say Good-bye !

18 years ago

I wont have computer much for the next 3 weeks.

A nice group of people from our church came this evening and packed almost all our stuff into the storage garage.

(I really don't think we thinned things out enough!)

Our house echoes and we just have our mattress on the floor, the kitchen table and chairs (we are leaving it for the new people) a little TV and my computer. We have a pizza in the oven and our suit cases packed.

On Sunday we are going to our DS's house about 1 1/2 hours away

After almost 39 years it sure seems strange to be leaving here for the last time.

Yesterday we FINALLY got the SIGNED papers for the house we are buying! That is a great relief to us. Closing is scheduled for July 18th.

The Minnesota get-together is on July 26th. Don't be alarmed when you don't hear from me in the mean time. Since Nita will be staying with us, she will keep track of things. I will be calling her.

If my ears are itching while I'm gone, I'll know it's your fault! LOL

I hate being out of touch with my whole world.

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Linda Wayman
18 years ago
This has been a long time coming for you. I'm glad t's finally here and also that you had some people to help you. I know you're relieved you finally got the papers signed. I hope the closing goes smoothly. Best of luck to you. We're going to miss you.

Linda
grammahony
18 years ago
Judy, I know how your feeling. Kind of in limbo. Keep in touch when you can.
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summer_tx
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Wow, 39 years Judy? That would be a very bitter sweet goodbye. We'll be really good while you're gone. Looking forward to more pics after you get moved in good. Get a big Nita hug for me, k?
glenda_al
18 years ago
Bye bye!
phyllis__mn
18 years ago
I hope the people who bought your house appreciate it, and the work that has been done on the lovely yard. Have a good move....we'll be thinking of you. Check in when you can, Judy and Tom.
vicki_lv_nv
18 years ago
Good luck in your move and I hope you find true happiness in your new home.
Toni S
18 years ago
Bye, Bye house!

I loved your back yard and your home during my first kt gathering. Maybe empathy, maybe I'm a sap but I feel a little sad.

Mostly, I'm happy you are excited about your new home. It will be fun to here all about it.
sharon_fl
18 years ago
Judy,
Isn't it great that we can preserve our memories of our lives over the past many years-yet...enjoy & treasure the unknown pleasures we'll encounter in the future? Lots of luck & happiness, as you two journey into your future!!
LIFE IS GOOD!!! Sharon
hayjud_mn
Original Author
18 years ago
Oh, Sharon, you've said it so beautifully!
linda_in_iowa
18 years ago
Looking forward to seeing you at the MN gathering. I know how difficult moving can be.
clubm
18 years ago
Bye
FlamingO in AR
18 years ago
Are you staying with your DS the whole 3 weeks? If so, maybe you can check in, Judy. Have a great move, and yes, a bittersweet goodbye with your home. But, on to new adventures! See you soon.
hayjud_mn
Original Author
18 years ago
Flamey,
Yes the whole 3 weeks at our son's. If there is anyone we can survive 3 weeks with, it would be them. I'm sure we will have a great time. We have 2 days that we need to come back to St Cloud. I'm sure on those days we will make a trip PAST the house. ;o)

I will be able to get on the computer at times, I just want to be sure I don't over due it, as I can so easily do.
Happy_Go_Lucky_Gayle
18 years ago
Praying the transition goes smoothly for you.

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kathi_mdgd
18 years ago
Good luck Judy,and check in when you can.Will this new house be your " Forever house"??
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OklaMoni
18 years ago
Judy, you are leaving your house, and I slept in my new one. Soon you will be able to say this too.

We stayed on our camping mattresses in our house. I didn't sleep well. Weird, as I usually sleep well on that mattress, but in a tent. Maybe I should have pitched mine? LOL

We spent all day yesterday cleaning (sweeping out cabinets and washing them out). Sure is messy cleaning up after others. I am tired of that.

I hope, yours will be clean enough to pass the white glove test.

Enjoy your time with your son.

"see" you soon.

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