Moving: Pros & Cons of My Dream Place

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The discussion centers around a person facing the difficult decision to move from a beloved one-bedroom apartment to accommodate their daughter, who wants to move in to save on commuting costs. The current living situation is cherished for its natural surroundings, including a ravine and wildlife, which will be lost in the move. Two potential two-bedroom apartments are being considered, each with distinct pros and cons, including concerns about safety and parking. The financial implications of the move are significant, as the new rent will increase expenses, despite the daughter’s intention to help with costs and household chores. There is skepticism about the daughter's commitment to contributing and the long-term viability of the living arrangement, especially with her boyfriend involved. The conversation also touches on broader themes of financial responsibility and the impact of the current economic climate on family dynamics. Ultimately, the need for a larger space is pressing, but the emotional attachment to the current home complicates the decision.
  • #301


Evo said:
I can barely move. Something is wrong with my left heel.
You're moving and you can barely move. Not a good combination.
 
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  • #302


Evo said:
I can barely move. Something is wrong with my left heel.
Jimmy Snyder said:
You're moving and you can barely move. Not a good combination.
Normally I chuckle at Jimmy's zingers, not this time. Do you have the help you need ?

Rhody... concerned...
 
  • #303


I'm sorry if I seem callous.
 
  • #304


Jimmy Snyder said:
I'm sorry if I seem callous.
Hey, is that a reference to my heels?

I wonder if I broke a bone when I had that serious fall last month? It does look a bit swollen. It's the back of my heel, just below the ankle.
 
  • #305


Evo said:
I massaged my heel last night pretty well, hoping that the pain would end the pain and I would wake up painless.

Nope.

*Sends healing thoughts to Evo's heel*
 
  • #306


micromass said:
*Sends healing thoughts to Evo's heel*
{{{hugs}}}}

The movers will be here this afternoon, they're moving the furniture and some heavy boxes.
 
  • #307


Nice then you can settle in tonight already in a cosy place :smile:

Do check out a doctor for that heel :shy:
 
  • #308


Evo,

Turbo is right see a doctor, you could have a bad bruise, chipped the bone or damaged the tendon(s) (i.e. sprain). If it is a chip you should be able to move the chip, however.

Rhody...
 
  • #309


rhody;3531972I said:
If it is a chip you should be able to move the chip, however.

You just brought tears to my eyes.
 
  • #310


dlgoff said:
You just brought tears to my eyes.
Ha, that makes me almost as bad as Jimmy, now, doesn't it ? My differential diagnosis is worth well, the price of the electrons it was typed on, not much. Heal quickly Evo... you know we care even if we poke you now and then.

Rhody... :blushing:
 
  • #311


I am connected at the new place. The painter apprently thought it would be clever to fill the cable outlet with paint. I'm amazed that it's working after I scraped the paint out.

Movers are not here yet.
 
  • #312


Evo said:
I am connected at the new place.
Whereever you go, there you are. Are you in Kansas anymore?
 
  • #313


Jimmy Snyder said:
Whereever you go, there you are. Are you in Kansas anymore?
Yeah, I just moved next door. Still waiting for the movers.
 
  • #314


Evo said:
Yeah, I just moved next door. Still waiting for the movers.
Do you have to be out of your old apartment today? Hopefully you'll have a place to sleep tonight. :rolleyes:
 
  • #315


rhody said:
Evo,

Turbo is right see a doctor, you could have a bad bruise, chipped the bone or damaged the tendon(s) (i.e. sprain). If it is a chip you should be able to move the chip, however.

Rhody...

ugh. yeah, the bad news is that some achilles injuries can be very bad. the good news is that a lot of mild tendon inflammation is now being treated with a simple eccentric exercise regimen. but in the meantime, an epsom salt foot bath might reduce a bit of the inflammation.
 
  • #316


dlgoff said:
Do you have to be out of your old apartment today? Hopefully you'll have a place to sleep tonight. :rolleyes:
No, I have few days. Furniture is moved and I'm in excrutiating pain.

Proton Soup said:
ugh. yeah, the bad news is that some achilles injuries can be very bad. the good news is that a lot of mild tendon inflammation is now being treated with a simple eccentric exercise regimen. but in the meantime, an epsom salt foot bath might reduce a bit of the inflammation.
This is actually something that has been going on for at least a year, but this is the worst prolonged occurance. No one knows what the cause is. There are many related problems, I'm pretty sure it is neurological.

Thanks for caring. My mother used to use epsome salt foot baths for sore feet all of the time, I wish I had some.

Right now I can barely move.
 
  • #317


I wish I could give you some medical advice, Evo, but that's the domain of an orthopedic appointment. I encourage you to keep to the computer this weekend -- no "feats" of strength. The Emergency Room is always there if you do need it (or if you have generous insurance).
 
  • #318


The "happy thoughts" aimed at my heel seem to be helping. I'd now like to ask that happy thoughts be sent to my hips and tummy.

Evo Child was going to come over and help but is going to a party instead. I can't bend forward or lift things. :frown:

I moving things by packing a tiny cooler on wheels and rolling it back and forth. At this rate it will be december before I get everything moved. :cry:

Send old Evo happy thoughts, please!
 
  • #319


Go crash your daughter's party, you might feel a lot younger after :biggrin:
 
  • #320


Evo said:
The "happy thoughts" aimed at my heel seem to be helping. I'd now like to ask that happy thoughts be sent to my hips and tummy.

Evo Child was going to come over and help but is going to a party instead. I can't bend forward or lift things. :frown:

I moving things by packing a tiny cooler on wheels and rolling it back and forth. At this rate it will be december before I get everything moved. :cry:

Send old Evo happy thoughts, please!

:frown:

*Sends a massive amount of happy thoughts*
 
  • #321


Evo said:
Yeah, I just moved next door. Still waiting for the movers.

Next door?

Next time, just sneak out during the night, and switch the numbers on the apartments. They'll never know the difference.

:-p
 
  • #322


OmCheeto said:
Next door?

Next time, just sneak out during the night, and switch the numbers on the apartments. They'll never know the difference.

:-p
Oooh! Sneaky.
 
  • #323


I've got to buy a nice gift for the couple upstairs at my new place. Yesterday she brought me a hot cup of flavored coffe during the move. Then after the movers left, she came over with a bottle of wine so I could have some and unwind. The wine is great. She and her husband are nature lovers like me and we both support the wildlife in the ravine. :-p

She's older than I am and she also fell recently and has trouble moving, so we can commiserate. I'm back next door to the nice young guy. The new old place feels like I never left. I'd forgotten how roomy it was.
 
  • #324


Evo said:
Send old Evo happy thoughts, please!

Largest box I could find:

[PLAIN]http://www.teacratepackaging.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/300x290/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/l/a/large_box_3.jpg

No empty space left inside, filled up with THE BEST thoughts I could find.
 
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  • #325


Evo said:
I've got to buy a nice gift for the couple upstairs at my new place. Yesterday she brought me a hot cup of flavored coffe during the move. Then after the movers left, she came over with a bottle of wine so I could have some and unwind. The wine is great. She and her husband are nature lovers like me and we both support the wildlife in the ravine. :-p

She's older than I am and she also fell recently and has trouble moving, so we can commiserate. I'm back next door to the nice young guy. The new old place feels like I never left. I'd forgotten how roomy it was.
Sounds like the move worked out well. :approve: :cool:
 
  • #326


Evo said:
I've got to buy a nice gift for the couple upstairs at my new place. Yesterday she brought me a hot cup of flavored coffe during the move. Then after the movers left, she came over with a bottle of wine so I could have some and unwind. The wine is great. She and her husband are nature lovers like me and we both support the wildlife in the ravine. :-p

She's older than I am and she also fell recently and has trouble moving, so we can commiserate. I'm back next door to the nice young guy. The new old place feels like I never left. I'd forgotten how roomy it was.

So basically, instead of moving, you got drunk with the neighbours... :biggrin:
 
  • #327


Evo said:
I've got to buy a nice gift for the couple upstairs at my new place. Yesterday she brought me a hot cup of flavored coffe during the move. Then after the movers left, she came over with a bottle of wine so I could have some and unwind. The wine is great. She and her husband are nature lovers like me and we both support the wildlife in the ravine. :-p

She's older than I am and she also fell recently and has trouble moving, so we can commiserate. I'm back next door to the nice young guy. The new old place feels like I never left. I'd forgotten how roomy it was.

"Good senses make good neighbors."
 
  • #328


you should really get a http://www.robotoys.com/st_prod.html?p_prodid=1306&p_catid=41"
 
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  • #329


Borek said:
Largest box I could find:

[PLAIN]http://www.teacratepackaging.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/300x290/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/l/a/large_box_3.jpg

No empty space left inside, filled up with THE BEST thoughts I could find.
aww, thanks Borek!

Astronuc said:
Sounds like the move worked out well. :approve: :cool:

micromass said:
So basically, instead of moving, you got drunk with the neighbours... :biggrin:
Actually, she was nice enough to just bring me the bottle and leave it all to me.

Loren Booda said:
"Good senses make good neighbors."
They're are good.

Proton Soup said:
you should really get a http://www.robotoys.com/st_prod.html?p_prodid=1306&p_catid=41"
EXACTLY what I need!
 
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  • #330


I'm still moving. :cry: Almost done. I can't lean forward, or bend down, or pick things up, or walk. If it wasn't for that tiny cooler on wheels, I wouldn't be able to do anything. My neightbor has helped some, finally last night and this morning Evo Child stopped by and moved stuff for me, but she's had a stomach virus the last couple of days so wasn't able to come over.

:frown:

The old grey mare she ain't what she used to be...
 

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