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Posted By:
Michelle
11/28/2011
1:23:07 PM
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Great Ideas for Hosting a Moving-Out Party
Saying good-bye to people you love can be bittersweet; it's exciting to see them embark on a new adventure but sad to see them go. If you're saying bon voyage to a close friend or family member, we've got some great tips and ideas for hosting a moving-out party that's sure to keep everyone in good spirits!
Choose a theme.
If the city they're moving to is interesting or fun, try building the theme around it. For example: If they're moving to Hawaii, have a luau. If they're moving to Denver, decorate with snow. If they're moving to Chicago, serve cuisine that Chicago ...
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Posted By:
Meghan
10/28/2011
1:10:44 PM
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Hawaii's Top 10 Haunted Places
It's Top 10 Friday again and since Halloween is just around the corner, we're keeping with the ’haunting' theme. I love this stuff! Here's the thing about Hawaii— it isn't just for those seeking a vacation in paradise or an escape from reality. There is a very real and rich history that provides for Hawaii's rich culture and society that sometimes takes vacationers by surprise. And along with a rich history of war and take overs and independence is sure to bring a ghost story or two. This led us to wonder, how haunted is Hawaii and where are some of the places you would want to visit to find out.
Pearl Harbor – It is not surprising that the site of the attack by the Japanese that brought the United States into World War II is haunted. Located in the center...
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Posted By:
Meghan
10/21/2011
2:25:56 PM
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It's Top 10 Friday again! And not only that, it's also my favorite time of year! Because of my great love of Fall and Halloween, some even call me the "Queen of Halloween". So what better way to get in the mood than a list of the Top Ten Most Haunted Cities in the U.S.? Are you ready to get spooked and scared? Read on only if you dare . . .
1. New Orleans, Louisiana. Rich in culture and history, this coastal city is full of haunted graveyards, mansions and taverns. You may get to see their most famous resident ghost, the voodoo priestess, Marie Laveau "the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans" walking through the French Quarter. Or see the sadistic Lady LaLaurie and her victims in her mansion. Don't forget to take a stroll through St. Louis Cemetery, said to be one of the most haunted cemeteries i...
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Posted By:
Becky
10/10/2011
3:55:43 PM
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Are you packing up a moving truck to move cross country and start a new job or follow an old dream? Kudos to you! This is reason to celebrate! It's a time filled with bittersweet memories and difficult goodbyes, but nothing a fun-filled house party can't solve (at least for a few hours). It's time to plan a going away party! What one element differentiates a "party" from a group of boring people sitting around staring at their shoes? No! It's not a keg. It's music!
Whether you're hosting the gathering and moving within a few weeks or saying goodbye to a dear friend who needs a pick me up, this ’Going Away Party Playlist' is sure to lift your spirits and provide some great entertainment for the loyal friends and family who've come to bid you farewell.
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Thanks to today's technology, it's pretty easy (and getting easier all the time) to stay in touch with family and friends after moving long-distance.
Free Address Change E-cards
Before you move, send an Address Change E-card to friends, family, and even co-workers to share your new address information. In one step, you can send an e-card announcing you're moving and you can personalize it by selecting from a variety of images. Then simply enter a message along with your new address, phone numbers, email addresses, etc.
Social networks like Facebook, Twitter and MySpace mak...
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Posted By:
Jeremy
8/29/2011
1:49:48 PM
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Unless you've got friends or family already living in the city you're moving to, it's not always easy to find the local hot spots right away. Exploring the new city, finding new places and trying things out is one of the perks of moving to a new city. Once you know where they are, you've got great places to play (or relax) on your days off and places to take your friends when they visit.
An online search for local entertainment can give you hundreds and sometimes thousands of results. So how do you narrow it down to find the best local hot spots?
The city's visitor center. Even though you're not technically a "visitor", you are new to the area, so it a great way to learn about the most popular attractions. The places the city is most proud of can often be found he...
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Posted By:
Becky
7/29/2011
12:40 PM
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It's Friday! That usually means Top 10 Friday time…but we're switching things up a little today. We're wild and crazy, I know. So today's list isn't so much a top 10 list, but more of a ’list of 10'. Now that you're all on the edge of your seat, keep reading to learn the names of 10 U.S. cities that were named after elements. This is exciting stuff folks!
I kind of feel like I'm back in 9th grade chemistry class writing about elements…
A few things I remember from back in the day are that elements are an important part of life. Not only do they make up everything in the world, they help stimulate the economy in areas where they're present in large enough quantities to be mined.
And would you believe that some elements are so cool that towns are named after them? It's tr...
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Posted By:
Michelle
6/29/2011
3:29:03 PM
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Take a deep breath and relax…the move to your new town is over! YAY! Now comes the fun part— meeting people and making new friends. Honestly, this is one of the things I love most about moving to a new place. And it probably goes without saying that if you're planning to make friends with your new neighbors, making a good impression is the key. If you've ever experienced "that" neighbor— the one who never speaks, doesn't mow, has trash and other miscellaneous junk strewn all over the place, and plays loud, thumping music late into the night— you know better than anyone how important it is to show the neighborhood that you're going to be one of the good ones. So, I've put together a few simple tips to help you make a good impression on your new neighbors.
First, remember that a smile, a wave and an enthusiastic greeting can go a ...
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Posted By:
Becky
5/17/2011
1:57:58 PM
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Have you ever had a hankering to drop everything but the clothes on your back and hit the road? I'm going out on a limb here and saying…probably not. You're not alone. I'm all for some fun and adventure, but something about not having a home to call my own at the end of the day lacks appeal. I've got a deep love for my bed and pillow, and how would I DVR my favorite shows? But, I'm absolutely enthralled by people who've done this. Can you imagine? Selling EVERYTHING, and setting out across the world! Impressed. That's what I am.
I think you'll be impressed too. Check out this awesome list of the 15 Best Travel Blogs, featuring 15 nomads who left behind all of their possessions and began traveling the world…and blogging about their amazing adventures.
Alth...
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Posted By:
Becky
4/22/2011
1:54:01 PM
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Surprising? America's Happiest Careers
I saw this on the news last night and couldn't wait to comment on it. Very interesting. I would venture to say that most of the people who move with us are moving for job related reasons...whether it be a corporate relocation, starting a new job with a new company, moving to a new city to find work, or retiring. So this report by careerbliss.com that lists 10 Happiest Careers in America may sound as intriguing to you as it did to me.
According to MSNBC, the report involved surveying 200,000 U.S. workers from 70,000 jobs across the nation. The survey asked ...
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Posted By:
Mark
4/1/2011
1:56:35 PM
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Best Places to Move for Seafood
So, I'm not sure how likely it is that you would move to a new city, JUST for their seafood. But if you're a seafood lover, it can't hurt, right? So, we did a little research, and these are the top 15 cities in the U.S. for great seafood:
Seattle, WA – Not only can you watch professionals toss fish at the Pike Place Fish Market, you can dine on some of the best fresh-caught seafood in the nation.
San Francisco, CA – You won't get frozen fish here. The Bay area offers seaside dining and great fresh seafood. Fisherman's Wharf is a good place to start.
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Posted By:
Rachel
2/10/2011
1:20:03 PM
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It's Housewarming Party Time!
I don't know about you, but I think that having a housewarming party is one of the most exciting things about moving into a new home. In fact, I'm getting excited just thinking about it (and I don't even know anyone who's moving). It's a great chance to show off the new home to old friends and family, and a perfect way to meet new neighbors.
Housewarming Party Invitations
Make your own or buy them…whatever you choose, get the invitations ready to send out at least 2-3 weeks in advance— people are busy these days. If saving money is a big deal, and you've got computer-savvy friends and family, send an e-vite instead. If you can do mailed invitations, one really cute idea I've seen is a postcard with a picture of the new house on the front, and directions/party invitations on the ...
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Posted By:
Michelle
1/10/2011
4:06:23 PM
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Going Away Gifts
Finding the perfect going away gift
Of course you want to give your friends something to remember you by when they move away— something that fits their personality and yours perfectly. So we've put a lot of thought into it and come up with a list of great going away gift ideas:
Restaurant Gift Cards
If you've ever moved before, you know that it's quite a chore to get the house completely put together and ready to live in— specifically the kitchen. And you know what that means? A lot of eating out which results in more moving expenses. So checkout local restaurants and get gift cards for a couple of different places you think they'll like. Now you've helped them avoid extra moving costs and explore...
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Posted By:
Becky
10/1/2010
2:22:12 PM
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Saying Goodbye Quotes
"May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be ever at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of his hand." – Irish Blessing
"Happy trails to you, until we meet again.
Some trails are happy ones,
Others are blue.
It's the way you ride the trail that counts,
Here's a happy one for you."
– Dale Evans
"The reason it hurts so much to separate is because our souls are connected." – Nicholas Sparks, The Notebook
"Why can't we get all the people together in the world that we really like and then just stay together? I guess that wouldn't work. Someone would leave. Someone always leaves. Then we...
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Posted By:
Becky
9/3/2010
4:19:37 PM
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50 Best Songs to Say Goodbye
"Goodbye to You" – Michelle Branch
"Never Can Say Goodbye" – Jackson Five
"Hello, Goodbye" – Beatles
"It's so Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday" – Boyz II Men
"Graduation" – Vitamin C
"I Will Remember You" – Sarah McLachlan
"A Moment Like This" – Kelly Clarkson
"Time of Your Life" – Green Day
"Don't Forget to Remember" – The Bee Gees
"Ramble On" – Led Zeppelin
"I Hope You Dance" – Lee Ann Womack
"Don't Forget to Remember Me"...
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Posted By:
Becky
8/5/2010
3:07:37 PM
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Welcome to The Blueprint, MoveBuilder's moving blog. We're excited to introduce this new forum— a place where our moving experts can share their knowledge and you can benefit from their expertise!
The goal of The Blueprint is to serve as a helpful resource; to answer questions, provide useful moving tools and cover a wide range of moving related topics. At MoveBuilder.com you can build a perfect move. At The Blueprint, you can get all the tools and information you need to help your move go smoothly. Both are great ways to make moving a little easier.
You can expect our experts (who we call "Move Builders"…clever, I know) to regularly post on relevant topics. If you have questions we haven't touched on, use the "Ask a Move Builder" tool, and one of our moving experts will respond to you in...
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