Frustrations, exhaustion, overwhelm and disconnect all come with relocation, but they can be mollified when open to making the most out of your move. Consider how frequently military families must adjust their actions and attitudes and you’ll be more open to making the most out of your move.
Packing does not have to be the most stressful day of your life! It takes planning, organization and the support of your spouse and family members. There is nothing wrong with diminishing being rushed and overwhelmed by calling in the troupes, playing some funky music and bringing on the pizza as part of making the most out of your move.
When moving calls for a long drive with little kids in the car, making the most out of your move calls for packing goodies in individualized containers to keep them occupied and satisfied. It’s a small investment to fill fun gift bags with items of interest to each child, and snacks and treats that save on expensive road side restaurant stops. If you are serious about making the most out of your move for your children’s sake, have fun wrapping each one of those activities in brightly colored paper and scheduling allocated times when a new one might be unwrapped and played with for a while!