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Ah, springtime! The sun is shining. Birds are singing. Flowers are blooming and moving trucks are rumbling into military neighborhoods like ours. As you read this, the packers are making their way through our house, wrapping and boxing up our worldly goods for a move over the ocean.

Soon we’ll begin the process of blooming in a new location, transplanted once again by the return of PCS season.

Getting children to bloom and thrive in new soil isn’t as predictable as the return of spring, as any military parent can tell you. Our children are adaptable, but these transitions still require planning, preparation and patience

Susan Miller is the author of “But Mom, I Don’t Want to Move,” a faith-based guide for helping children get through a move, even when they don’t want to.

Having experienced many moves in her own life, Susan said children usually reflect the reactions of their parents when it is time to move.

A positive attitude is important, she said, but parents need better tools than just a happy face. Setting reasonable expectations and emphasizing teamwork are more effective than over-cheerfulness or exaggerations of how great a new home will be.

“For the bumps in the road or for the smooth road, you are in this together,” she said. “Always accentuate the positive and play down the negative, but by the same token, be honest.”

Moving affects the whole family, so Susan emphasized that the whole family should be informed and engaged.

“Like us, children don’t like surprises when it comes to life changing events,” she said. “They want to know why are we moving and where are we going and when will we move. It helps ease that transition if you answer the basic questions and talk about the adjustments.”

She advises keeping kids informed about the timeline and mechanics of a move, giving them as much time as possible to process these changes.

“Set up a white board in the kitchen to keep track of moving dates and tasks for each family member,” is one idea, she said.

Children of any age can be involved in a move with age-appropriate tasks like cleaning out their rooms, returning borrowed items or sorting outgrown clothing and toys to be donated.

When turning your children’s thoughts to a new home, it’s important to let them say good-bye to their old home too.

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How to Find a Great Moving Company

Author: Dan Heinkel

You’ve heard the horror stories about moving companies. They show up 3 hours behind schedule, hurl your belongings into the truck, and demand money for additional fees. It almost makes doing it yourself seem worthwhile. But don’t get ahead of yourself. By the time you fill only half of that U-Haul, you’ll regret it. Moving companies can “make or break” the moving experience. And, believe it or not, there are plenty of reputable moving companies out there. Here’s how to find them. Get referrals. While the Yellow Pages and Google might be a good place to start, the best way to find a great moving company is through referrals. See what others have to say. Talk to friends and co-workers who have recently moved. This way you know what to expect. And if you get anything less, you have grounds for complaint. Furthermore, check with industry experts. Consult your local real estate agents for the area’s best moving companies. Find licensed, bonded, and insured moving companies. Any moving company that crosses state lines needs to be licensed by the Department of Transportation. On the state level, it’s not as strict. But, for peace of mind, make sure you find a moving company with a current license. Also, you should seek bonded and insured moving companies. This ensures that the company is legitimate and has financial stability.

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