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Last Tuesday we watched an 18 wheeler drive away with all of our earthly possessions. Less a few things we brought along for the few days we thought we’d be without.

And we thought we’d see it – and all our stuff – again on Friday. But things were delayed.

Since then, I’ve learned a few things.

I can make a grilled cheese, Ramen noodles and cheese dip in a wok.

An old couch + being completely exhausted + 800mg ibuprofen = a pretty decent night’s sleep.

A week away from blogging, email and Facebook was pretty liberating.

A rained out Easter egg hunt does not an Easter failure make – Jesus accomplished everything at Calvary and that has nothing to do with chocolate bunnies.

Stuff doesn’t make a house a home. But it sure adds to the fun.

Truck should be arriving any minute… can’t wait to squeeze my pillow-top mattress.

Photo Apr 02, 9 52 10 AM

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04.02.13 · kids 24

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  1. Sarah says

    April 2, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    Stuff doesn’t make a house a home, but I hope your stuff comes soon.

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  2. Gracie O says

    April 2, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    Aside from having to do without the pillow top mattress, that empty room is pretty cool.

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  3. Jenifer W says

    April 2, 2013 at 1:00 PM

    I’m glad you are all safe and sound. I won’t say that I worried, but I did miss you and your posts. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  4. Sheryl says

    April 2, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    Stuff is overrated ๐Ÿ™‚ But definitely helpful! Glad to hear you all made it safely and are in-process of settling. Can’t wait to see more pics of your new home with your “stuff” in it! Seamus looks proud of the situation…

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  5. Lindsy says

    April 2, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    I’ve been wondering about you guys, too! Your new house looks beautiful.

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  6. nancy says

    April 2, 2013 at 4:05 PM

    LOOK at all those windows and that light, Stefanie! Fingers crossed that your things are with you now!
    nancy

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  7. Jenny Lynn says

    April 2, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    I am really hope that by the time you get this message you have had a chance to hug that pillow top. Maybe even chill on it for a few min. Moving can be tough.

    Glad I found your cute blog!
    Happy Day!
    Jenny

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  8. DeEtte says

    April 2, 2013 at 5:33 PM

    You are going to think I’m crazy. But were you buying sub sandwiches today at Publix?? Because if you were, the Publix you were at is about, oh 15-20 minutes maybe from my house. But it’s about 3 minutes from my office at work. I was in line behind you. I actually was thinking about so many other things but sort-of recognized your son. I mean not really recognized him, but thought “hmm he looks familiar”. And then some lady behind me asked about your shirt, and you showed her the back and it said “Wild Olive Tees” and my mind still didn’t put it together. I *almost* said “Hey, I know who the person is who sells those”. But after I got in my car and drove off, I realized why your son looked familiar and who you were. I was out of the parking lot already, but I almost turned around and went back to introduce myself. But you wouldn’t have been leaving then and if I had to chase your car down, um, that might look like stalking. So I didn’t. But if you were NOT in my neck-of-the-woods buying public sandwiches today you can sort of delete this post so everyone won’t know how crazy I am! ๐Ÿ™‚ But if you were, welcome to the neighborhood!

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    • Jan says

      April 2, 2013 at 8:18 PM

      This comment makes me laugh!! But I have to say I’m jealous that you kind of met Stefanie!

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      • DeEtte says

        April 2, 2013 at 9:15 PM

        I know it’s crazy. ๐Ÿ™‚ I just wish I would have put it together while we were actually standing there and would have said something.

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        • NiHaoYall says

          April 4, 2013 at 5:26 PM

          That was me, DeEtte! We were buying lunch for the movers – and that Publix is the closest to us. Wish you’d have come back in and said ‘hey’, what a crazy small world, huh?!

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          • DeEtte says

            April 4, 2013 at 7:54 PM

            yes, crazy, small world! Now that I know you’re close, I’m going to message you some info on FB. Later – after I get kids in bed. Welcome!! ๐Ÿ™‚

    • Fannie says

      April 3, 2013 at 10:58 PM

      LOL!! Your post is hilarious! Not wanting to be a stalker! LOL!!

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  9. Bham Beck says

    April 2, 2013 at 6:14 PM

    Is that your first prayer group meeting there? Dogs included?

    You could just kinda see it as an extension of Lent – fasting your stuff….

    Hope it comes soon…

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    • Betty K says

      April 4, 2013 at 2:28 PM

      Hilarious comment! Does look like prayer meeting, and yes, they would be fasting the “stuff”!

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  10. Lisa says

    April 2, 2013 at 7:56 PM

    Look at those beautiful windows and all that light! You will be in photography paradise! :-). Hope you get settled in soon.

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  11. Jan says

    April 2, 2013 at 8:19 PM

    I love that picture so much! Your kids huddled around with your dog looking like she’s standing guard…love it.

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  12. Allison says

    April 2, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    Ahh, your posts are making me face the reality of our upcoming move (courtesy of the USAF). Moving is hard sometimes. Hope you get settled in quickly and find many creative projects with all your cardboard boxes!

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  13. Lisa says

    April 2, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    The light, look at the light.

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  14. kelleyn says

    April 2, 2013 at 10:39 PM

    I hope the move in went smoothly!

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  15. Jean Mulvahill says

    April 2, 2013 at 10:58 PM

    Oh God Bless you! It sounds challenging BUT attitude is everything and you have done well!!

    Soon enough things will be back to normal!

    YOU CAN DO THIS!!

    and I also had to chuckle at the comment above!

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  16. Laurel Gatesman says

    April 3, 2013 at 12:38 AM

    If your stuff doesn’t show up, I’ll ship you some of mine …. I have too much and wish someone would lose it for me! ๐Ÿ™‚

    But, to be completely honest, I didn’t realize how much I enjoyed the Sunday Snapshots until there wasn’t one to see. Glad to see you survived your adventure! ๐Ÿ™‚ (And I’m jealous of all the windows, I would love to set a backdrop up in that room!)

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  17. Aus says

    April 3, 2013 at 5:19 AM

    Morning Stef – looking at everyone in the picture – I’m thinking all the “stuff” you need is already there! ๐Ÿ˜‰

    But yeah – it would be good if the truck came soon…beds are good….!

    And I love it when we get that object lesson about Easter!!!

    hugs – great joy for you guys –

    aus and co.

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  18. Roberta says

    April 3, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    Such fun memories, kids + empty house = fun indoor camping!

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