I’m all about lists at the moment. They simplify the chaos in my life and I find they are quite educational for the rest of you. Today’s list, in honour of the fact that I am procrastinating about packing up my house, is a summary of the good things about moving. Because I’m trying to be more positive and  I’m moving tomorrow. If you are moving soon, good luck! And keep these gems in mind for when you are having a flat spot.

1. It’s a chance to clean out, be it clothes that don’t fit, kitchen utensils you don’t use or food in your freezer that you can’t remember putting in there.

2. You’ll discover who your real friends are. They will help you move.

3. You can unsubscribe from all the junk mail lists you are on whilst changing your address.

4. Use the move as a ‘do-over’ and a new start. Plan for a diet, an exercise regime or to quit smoking. A line in the sand, if you will.

5. You will probably find things you ‘lost’ last time you moved.

6. Unpacking is WAY more fun than packing, so you really do have something to look forward to.

7. Moving will test your relationship. Succeeding will make it stronger.

8. This is an opportunity to redecorate and buy all the homewares you wanted in the last place but figured you didn’t need.

9. New houses mean new neighbours and a whole new world of people, local cafes and neighbourhood walks.

10. Moving may be second or third on the list of stressful life events, but remember: at least no one died.

Happy Moving!!