Seriously, how much more can I talk about this? Hello…hello…someone is still reading this, right?…tap…tap…is this thing still on? Well, I hope so.
Anyway…how to gracefully avoid unpacking for another day…
Invite a friend over with her brand new, shiny boy and precious two year-old daughter. Let the kids run crazy while we discuss where to get the best pedicure, where to shop, our vineyards and planning our eventual tasting rooms. Girl stuff.
Give a haircut to a tree that was blocking a portion of my view. Yep, I gave it a good trim.
Spend an hour planning where I want the movers to put my armoire. Really it wasn’t that hard of a decision but I wanted to make sure, he-he.
Suck up dust bunnies with the vacuum.
Watch reruns of Coach.
Eat two bowlfuls of Tillamook Marionberry Pie Ice Cream. Sinful and worth every bite.
Spend a loooooong time in the backyard photographing the flowers for no reason.
Walk around the block three times with the kids looking at everyone’s gardens and unique homes.
However, the movers are coming today to unload all the furniture. I can’t avoid the inevitable much longer. But I do think my Dutch oven is in the POD they are emptying. I feel lost without the Dutch. It’s my favorite pot to cook in.
But we’re going out to dinner tonight so pot meeting the stove will have to wait.
One Year Ago Today: Peace Comes Out of the Fog
Diane says
“photographing the flowers for no reason.”
Erm, no, I think you’ve been creating some really stunning photography and bringing pleasure to millions! I love fuchsias!
Anne B. says
Yes, still reading….and thanks for the beautiful picture!
KathyB. says
You know, if it weren’t for the Dutch oven you could probably think of a lot of other more needful things to do…maybe you could shop for another Dutch oven, just in case!
HoneyB says
Your avoidance strategies sound too fun! I love that last photo!
Liz C. says
A perfectly stunning photo! You were just storing up for the unloading & unpacking part. Start your engines…
I’m so glad you already have a gal pal. It makes the transition so much easier.
Kate says
There is absolutely NOTHING wrong with your avoidance of this huge task! Once you get into it, though, it will become easier as the days go on and some days will be better and more productive than others.
You spent the day exactly as I would have. Sometimes it’s your soul that needs to be unpacked. You’ll get there!
(Lovely photo, btw).
donna says
I am feeling your pain Cathy. I am sitting here checking out blogs, yes checking out blogs for the past hour when I have boxes in my childrens rooms, boxes in the basement, pictures to be hung, and some more weeds to pull. I keep telling myself get up, move, get up, do it. I dont wanna!
hampers says
I loved photos especially flowers. Your pic here was awesome considering that you did it out of nothing at all. What more if you are into professional photography thing. Anyway, a new life is in the offing for you. Care to check your surroundings and apply those friendly gesture to win more friends. A gift maybe a good way to start with (not a costly one though).
Leslie says
seriously..who really wants to unpack??
soooo not fun
Bellini Valli says
Such an exciting new adventure Cathy:D
Stacey Snacks says
Cath,
I couldn’t cook in my new kitchen for about a month, it just didn’t feel right.
My husband kept asking when could we not get take out!
You’ll find your dutch oven, not to worry!
Asthmagirl says
You know the unpacking is going to happen. Why be in such a huge hurry?
Take more pictures!
Cathy at Wives with Knives says
I hope your dutch oven is one of the first things out of the Pod. Its good to take a little break before you start the job of settling in.
Melynda says
What a stunning shot of that Fuchsia! Your laid back days are coming to an end, but truth be told, you are ready to settle in. Have fun.
imom says
The unpacking will get done… eventually, no need to rush!
Absolutely gorgeous Fuchsia picture!
annbb says
Those all sound like very reasonable things to me! Glad you’re enjoying your new digs.
Mary says
The fushia is gorgeous and I’m still here. A small hint…when you’re in town get to a hardware store that sells disks you can put underneath furniture to slide it from place to place. Chances are there will be things you want to reposition after the movers are gone.
Jennifer says
If you’re going to watch reruns, Coach is a good choice. I always forget how funny that show was.
That picture is beautiful. You must be going nuts with all the things that will grow in Oregon versus California!
Erin says
Moving sucks. I don’t blame you for procrastinating!
Julie says
Avoidance can be considered a fine art form. I think you need to keep practicing.
Debbie says
Really, just take your time. The boxe aren’t going anywhere!!! Beautiful picture…I always enjoy reading your blog!
dawn says
That photo is beautiful. I would procrastinate too, I mean why not. I’m sure you are still exhausted. I love Tillamook ice cream.
elra says
Hope you will find your”Dutch” soon Cathy! Those Fuschia look gorgeous!
Katrina says
Well, certainly you can’t begin unpacking when ALL you stuff isn’t in the house yet. Right? ;)Awesome flower photo.
JAMIE says
Take your time. As long as noone is without clothing….what difference does it all make? Enjoy getting settled into the area and let it begin to feel like home. Best wishes!
Auds at Barking Mad says
2 years later and we still aren’t completely unpacked. Talk about sinful. Errrr, maybe that should have been slothful.
Beautiful shot of the flower!
Oh and Jamie is right…as long as everyone is clothed, take your time!
Susan at Sticky,Gooey,Creamy,Chewy says
Blech! I hate unpacking too. Don’t tell anyone, but I still have a few boxes in the garage waiting to be unpacked from our move 10 years ago! I probably should just toss them, but I don’t want to hurt their feelings. 😉
Take your time with it. There’s no need to rush. As Scarlett O’Hara would say, “Tomorrow is another day.”!
Pigpigscorner says
That’s a wonderful shot!
June says
Tillamook Marionberry Pie Ice Cream – OWCH, that hurt. Hey, ya’ gotta’ check out the Tillamook County Fair. It’s usually around the first weekend in Aug. & so much fun. It’s really worth the drive. They have all the stuff that country fairs should have plus horse racing. It’s soooo fun & the boys would have a blast! Then you could tour the Tillamook factory too – it’s really cool! (No pun intended, honest!)One more sleep and we’re heading to Yachats. Can’t wait to have some of that icecream! BTW, great photo!
Biz says
Any time tiny babies are involved is an excuse not to do anything productive!
Good luck today – I hope you take a picture of your kitchen for us to see!
Natasha - 5 Star Foodie says
Stunning photo!
Marlene says
You need time to get use to the new nest and flapping your wings just a little bit at a time is healthy…and enjoyable. Love the flower!!!
Marjie says
So, if you don’t unpack all that crap, er, stuff, someone’s gonna steal it already? Right. Get comfy in your new environment. Visit with new friends and brandy new babies. The baby won’t be brand new for long. Look at your hooligans if you don’t believe me. The dutch oven will still be your friend in a few days or a few weeks. And you need to enjoy the new flora and fauna in Oregon! Isn’t it fun to give trees a haircut? Especially when you know they’ll grow back!
Fencepost says
Sounds quite relaxing. Kind of the quiet before the storm.
I spend a lot of time taking pictures for no reason, too. And I still amaze myself that I can get a good one every now and then.
Your flower shot is beautiful!!
Kayola says
Your flowers are beautiful well worth capturing…and the ice cream sounds de-lish…I would have to walk around the block three times just to wear it off…and how fun to be arranging a new home….I am sure it will be beautiful!
Jennifer Fun House says
I LOVE that flower pic!
Good luck w/ th emovers and unpacking–it will be over soon!!
Bob says
Heh, I have boxes I still haven’t unpacked from ten years ago. I’ve found that nothing is inevitable. 😀
Ruthanne- in Seattle says
I love Tillamook ice cream! That marionberry is fabulous. I hope to make it to Salem some time this summer (relatives live there)and I will think about your winery so close!!
Joan says
Marionberry ice cream? My mouth is watering. And, yes, there is at least one person who is reading your blog…and who is following your move to Oregon. I went to college in Portland…and loved it. We have a vacation home in Ashland…and love that, too. Envious as we swelter here in Davis! Enjoy! – even the unpacking. A new beginning!
lo says
Ah, the joys of procrastination! I love it. Still trying to get over the jealousy I’m harboring as a result of your move — Pacific NW? Grapes? Wine?
And yet… still reading 🙂
Rachel SdOC says
If I need advice on procrastination, I will definitely go to you. 😀
It sounds as if you got one or two important tasks done. Dust bunnies don’t suck themselves up. Anyway, that photo is gorgeous.
gfe--gluten free easily says
Not all bad, Cathy. You even did some work in there … trimming and vacuuming. And, all the other stuff you did is VERY important! Stunning photo!
Shirley
cheryl says
Okay, since I am an East Coaster and woefully unfamiliar with Tillamook, are they like Ben & Jerry’s with the funny names? Is “marionberry” ice cream made from an elusive fruit I’ve never heard of, or is it named for our East Coast debauched former mayor of D.C.?
clumbsycookie says
I can only can wish good luck Cathy! Unpacking is no fun 🙁
June says
Marionberries are a type of blackberry only sweeter, juicier & better! Tillamook is a small town in Oregon, near the coast & home to Tillamook Dairy – they make cheese, icecream etc. It’s every bit as good as Ben & Jerry’s, but more conventional in flavor names. Had a good laugh re “debauched former mayor of DC”. Love your sense of humor!
Woman in a window says
OK, before I go further, that picture is STUNNING!
And you know what, it’s going to be fun to set your house in order. (Power of suggestion here.) It is going to be fun.
Karen Deborah says
We could never leave you. I think you made a wise choice. I am sure you are very tired after all of this and there is nothing like ice cream and brand new babies, just nothing. My favorite kind of a day!
pam says
I thought I was the queen of procastinating, but we are obviously sister-queens.
Hilary Cooper-Kenny says
I love your blog….love your recipes…..sounds like you are on an adventure with your move. Good luck!!
RobinSue says
I would do anything in all my power to avoid unpacking too. To motivate myself I unpack the kitchen first then get baking so that I have no time to unpack the rest of the house!
LilSis says
That’s a beautiful photo! I love those flowers and always forget the name of them.
I can’t ever decide which is worse, packing or unpacking? Good Luck!
Bharat says
This is so a beautiful flower !! Fantastic and lovely !! Great capture..Unseen Rajasthan
Di says
Move? Unpack? I nevah, evah, evah want to do that again. I would tell you to have fun, but it’s just not fun. How about GOOD LUCK!
Di
The Blue Ridge Gal
Blond Duck says
Unpacking, whether from a move or a trip, is the worst.
lisaiscooking says
Beautiful photo! I think procrastinating is an important part of settling in to a new place. 😉
Flea says
You know that unpacking isn’t going anywhere. Enjoy yourself and your yummy ice cream.
Debbie in CA says
I love my dutch oven best, too! Photographing flowers is an essential part of each day around here. Boxes can wait and won’t change a bit . . . pass by htat daylily and you’ve lost it forever — it won’t be there tomorrow. : D enJOY yourself!
Chuck says
Define a bowlful….it will make me feel better about my consumption. Specifically….2 or more per bowl!
Mental P Mama says
I’m with you…goof around. You can always unpack. But flowers are fleeting.
cheffresco says
What a beautiful photo! Nice work!
Mrs. L says
I can not wait to get some of the Tillamook Marionberry Pie Ice Cream when were at the factory in a few weeks. I’ve read it’s the best!
giz says
Really and truly – you deserved a day of just what you did. Even though the pedicure/manicure might wait at least you now know the best places. Looking forward to the unpacking pictures – reminds me of what I never want to do again in my life.
Sophia says
Tillamook Marionberry Pie Ice Cream? Oh wow. How did you only stop at 2? lol.
I think you deserve all the rest and pampering you can get! Go get that pedicure!
Danielle says
Oh procrastination, my favorite! It’s almost over, hang in there! Have a great week!
threeundertwo says
I love fuscias so much. I have one that’s climbing up into my climbing roses and must be 8 feet high now.
If I could only keep one item in my kitchen, it would be my dutch oven. I know how you feel.
Good luck with all the unpacking!
Laura says
Haha it’s been 6 months and I am still not all unpacked. I feel your pain!
Trisha says
Congrats on finally being in Oregon and together as a family! I know you will love, love, love it – once the unpacking is complete!
Jenn slim-shoppin says
Yep, still reading! I’m so excited about your move! My sister is Biz from The Biggest Diabetic Loser. She’s been reading your blog longer than me, so she brought me up to speed about your move and vineyard, so exciting!
Laurie says
Oh Cathy, Of course we are all still right here waiting for you to get unpacked! Miss you a ton! Keep the updates and photos coming…
Lori says
Sounds like a great day to me! And pretty photo! 🙂
Stacey Snacks says
Cath,
Love the burgers with the Atlas ring!
Nice mix!