Advice

   So far, Mark and I have received a wide range of advice from missionaries and world travelers as well as people who have never left the state.  Some of it I print out and highlight and add to my folder.  Other suggestions make me giggle inside while I smile and nod.  Sometimes I've had directly contradictory advice come from two different people although I respect and admire both of them.  Since I've never moved overseas, I'm open to helpful comments and suggestions.  Ultimately, however, Mark and I will make decisions that are unique to our personalities, needs, and convictions, and we'll also be the ones living with the outcome!

Bring photo albums with you.
Don't bring anything too special that may have to be left behind.
Don't store photos in the attic.
Don't bring things that will make you homesick.
So, what are you going to do with your jewelry?
Don't bring kitchen appliances.
Bring a good mixer.
Bring muffin pans.
Don't bring furniture.
Bring good furniture from the states.
Are you giving away your car?
Remember to bring toe nail clippers and a tweezer.
Bring clothes.
Bring sheets.
Remember waterproof jackets, and waterproof backpacks, and good shoes.
You may want a 6 mo. supply of vitamins to start with.
Remember contact solution.
Don't bring too many books.
Sell it.
Don't sell it.
How much do you want for it?
Use contico plastic crates.
Bring your dog with you - it's the right thing to do.
Don't bring your dog with you - it will be too hard on him.
Are you excited?
Use double walled cardboard boxes.
Stay hydrated in Colorado.
A flashlight.  A good flashlight.
Don't bring too much.