Moving and Still Eating Well?

OK, it's been like a month since we moved so about time for some new stuff.

It was hard moving and keeping to the plan. I have to admit we ate out more than I would have liked.

So here are some tips about moving and keeping healthy. First I would like to suggest buying a water filter that attaches to your sink. It really saves money on water costs. Since you are moving anyway it's a good time to install one on your new faucet. I also recommend taking a day to prepare several meals you can freeze and move  to the new place so you can just heat them up in a flash while you are busy unpacking.

For added fun during our move our car broke down. I learned a loooooot about buying groceries and transporting them on the bus. It takes two trips to really do it right. Buy three or four of those bags you keep cause they carry a lot more weight than the plastic or paper bags at the store. Shop for frozen foods and produce together and buy your dry and canned goods on another trip. Invest in one of those water bags you can freeze and put it at the bottom of your shopping bag before you go. It will keep your stuff fresh on a summer day while you are waiting in the hot sun.

Cereal, nuts and dried fruits are good buys because they are light weight and give you a lot of nutritional bang for your buck. Other grains such as cous cous and quinoa are good for the same reason. Forget juice for the time being, stick to water and milk. Tea is a good choice because you don't have to buy it pre-made.

This sounds like crazy talk, but maintain a positive attitude in this situation because doing this kind of labor really can take a toll on your moral. While the majority of bus drivers were kind to us, one or two actually intentionally gave us poor directions or told us incorrect drop off points leaving us stranded in the middle of nowhere. I was also stunned at what complete strangers will utter in the presence of little girls. 

 I have to say my kids were super heroes during this time. They pitched in without a single complaint. My eldest worked hard to carry things,  help manage the bus schedules and to keep her little sister entertained and quiet.

Well I hope this helps and was worth the wait! Keep cooking!

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