How to Survive Moving House Trivia Quiz

Answer: tool

Standing on a chair or sTOOL is never a good idea; always use the right equipment to do a job.

Standing on something other than a ladder or step ladder is a definite safety hazard that could result in injury. It's worth the extra effort to get the ladder and safely put it away after use.

Answer: fold

Dad asked the painters to neatly crease the dropcloth and leave it on the scafFOLD when they're done.

My guess is that the painters will probably "overlook" Dad's request! Folding and stacking clothing, bedding and other household fabrics make packing and sorting easier so items are accessible.

Answer: linen

Mom will LINE New shelves with scented paper to give the sheets a nice fragrance.

Scented shelf paper and drawer liners are avaiable in variety of fragrances. You can even make your own using a thick quality wrapping paper and your favorite essential oil mixed with water in a spray bottle.

Answer: dish

Fido has a fienDISH look on his face because his treats aren't in the usual place.

Let's not forget that moving day can be traumatic and confusing for our pets too. Whenever possible try to take your pet to the new digs beforehand to sniff and explore. And always make sure his favorite toys, bowls, dishes and bed come with you to the new place. If you do plan on replacing some items wait a bit until he's acclimated to his new home.

Answer: wine

The cheWINESs and flavor of the cheese and crackers were a perfect complement to a Cabernet our new neighbors gave us.

Moving day doesn't have to be all work and no play. It's a great opportunity to meet your neighbors. When a new neighbor moves in a small act of kindess whether it be an offer to help or a thoughtful treat can "break the ice" and make them feel at home in their new house.

Answer: edible

The incrEDIBLE amount of local products from the farmer's market made our first dinner in the new house very special.

Moving to a new area gives you the opportunity to explore and discover new places of interest. Many towns have outdoor markets with homegrown foods, beverages and even livestock.

Answer: van

The movers carefully padded my grandmother's antique VANity before loading it into their truck.

A vanity is also called a dressing table. It usually has small drawers and mirror attached. Vanities were used by ladies in the Court of King Louis XV and King Louis XVI. Madame de Pompadour and Marie Antoinette are believed to be responsible for their popularity.

Answer: cord

In acCORDance with the town's recycling laws we'll tie up the old carpeting in bundles measuring 2 feet high and 4 feet long.

Familiarizing yourself with municipal ordinances is a must. There are sometimes very specific regulations for "bundled" refuse which may include the acceptable types of rope or cord used to secure the bundle. Violations could result in fines. I'm sure our new neighbor could enlighten us over a glass of wine!

Answer: comforter

The new bedding will ensure warmth and COMFORT; ERgo, a restful night will be appreciated after a hectic day.

Often moving gives us an opportunity to purge and replace some things "that have seen better days". What could be nicer than a new, cozy comforter (quilt, duvet) to snuggle under after a long day?

Answer: list

Now it's time to LISTen to some music, enjoy a glass of the aforementioned Cabernet and tick off the final item on my agenda.

Many professional moving companies supply "checklists" for their clients. Templates galore can also be found online so you could design and print your own. It's a smart idea to create detailed lists, as some things are easily forgotten and chaos may ensue.