Heartbreaking Moving Story of Staggering Genius

Moving is a colossal pain in the patella. We have been going nonstop for the last two weeks putting in long days. Tasks include painting, drywall, cleaning, packing meetings with realtors and listing and trying to sell items on either Craig’s List or marketplace.

One Crisis A Day

There always seems to be one crisis a day and somehow they all get solved. Last night we were just wrapping up and we were going to go watch the latest episode of Shrinking. We deserved a little rest and relaxation.

I started cleaning out under the sink. It wasn’t something I wanted to do. Long behold, I found water amongst the cleaning supplies. It looks like our sink in the kitchen is backing up. Trying to sell a house with no running water is not a good look. I tried fixing it, but it seems I need a professional. So here I sit, waiting for that professional to show up.

Selling Things

We had a few items that I listed for sale, including some vintage, sewing machines, some old furniture, and some stereo equipment. Dealing with people through these channels is challenging specially given my personality.

Who knew you were supposed to oil these things?

I trust people and when people don’t stick to their words, it is very frustrating for me. I don’t like to bargain with people and I know very little about vintage sewing machines and most of stuff we’re selling.

Help

My wife’s brother did come into town. They were a big help with handy work and taught me a few things. I now own more tools than I know what to do with. I think my shopvac has a hemi.

To Be Continued

I was passing the time until the plumber got here and they are just pulling up now.

If everything went according to plan what stories we actually have to tell.

One response to “Heartbreaking Moving Story of Staggering Genius”

  1. vermavkv Avatar

    What a wonderfully honest and relatable piece this is. You’ve captured the chaos of moving with such authenticity—it really brings to life how overwhelming, exhausting, and yet strangely meaningful this phase can be.

    I especially appreciated the way you highlighted “one crisis a day.” It’s so true—life has a way of testing us in small, persistent doses, and yet somehow, we rise to meet each one. Your calm resilience and sense of humor (that shopvac line was brilliant!) make the whole experience feel both real and human.

I would love to hear you opinion as well

I’m Mark

His friends observe Mark seems wired a little differently. Perhaps it’s more likely that noticing little things often missed by others is a relic of a quieter, simpler time. He has a way with words, which he refuses to let be hindered by sub-par typing skills. People have great stories to tell if you sit and listen.

A belief dear to Mark is that there is certain beauty in the world. You simply have to look for it.

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