Constant Tourist

As a military family, we are constantly moving from state to state. For some of you out there this might seem like a terrible thing to have to do, but for me it is so much fun (I am really just trying to convince myself here).

So here are my top ten reasons I love to move (for those of you in the same sort of boat, make a top ten for yourself...who knows, it may make the next move a little easier)

10. Moving is an excuse to get rid of things you no longer need or like.
Go ahead and have that yard sale!

9. You can turn your move into a vacation.
I like to plan fun hotels to stay in like The Great Wolf Lodge, or pick interesting side trips along our way.


8. While packing or unpacking, I always find those long lost treasures I forgot I even had.
This last move I unpacked a box with the cutest little antique ice cream dishes that I had purchased years ago and were not unpacked from the previous move. They are now proudly displayed in the china cabinet.


7. The kids think it is Christmas.
I swear mine kept asking if they could unpack more "presents". I kinda feel the same way. I really enjoy opening the boxes!

6. You get to meet and make new friends.
Although it is hard to leave friends when you move, moving has afforded me the opportunity to meet the most interesting people. I have made wonderful, lasting friendships that take one phone call, text or email to start right back where we left off. Friends, I love you all.

5. Moving makes me realize how small a world we really live in.
It happens every move...I meet someone that went to my same college (WAR EAGLE) or knew one of my friends from high school and many more crazy coincidences. The military aspect makes the world feel even smaller. We tend to bump back into other military friends all the time, and look forward to the next time it happens.

4. I think I get a little bit more organized every move.
Not sure how many moves it will take to get to Martha Stewart status, but I am well on my way.

3. Moving is an excuse to buy new things!
I have friends that bought a travel trailer just for their cross country move. For me, I just moved to California, so I think it is high time I buy some rainbow flip flops!

2. Every time we move somewhere new, family wants to come visit.
I consider this a huge positive. I love sharing my life with my family.

1. I get to be a constant tourist!
I try to make the most of every new place. I want to see it all and find every tourist trap I can.

Here's to my friends from all different lands.
May your next travels be safe and full of fun!
Many blessings for my two traveling brothers.

Just saying and praying!