This weekend was the big move to a new home in the Rose Garden area. It’s a quaint little house in a quiet (finally!) neighborhood. The neighbors so far have all stopped by and introduced themselves, they all seem very nice.
So I skipped the traditional U-haul jalopies that tend to be cheap but dirty and unreliable, and went with Monarch Truck Center, a local company that rents trucks, vans, and box vans that were immaculate and very well maintained. The 14′ box van with a lift gate worked great for the huge velvet couch, the pew, and the other ridiculously heavy household items. The staff was very friendly and helpful in person and over the phone. Another plus was being able to drop of the vehicle after they closed even though I had it a full 24 hours. While more expensive ($124.57 total inc tax and milage for a day) than the big-names, it was well worth it.
The cats didn’t fare so well in the transition. They are definitely more needy with a night full of meowing, pacing and scratching at the door.