Giddy!

AnneAndJJ

I move out of my parents house (hopefully for good this time!) in 1 week. I'm doing some shopping for the move tomorrow (and going to look at the place again to give me a better idea of what will fit and where), and I'm getting pretty excited! So, given that most of you have probably moved at least once, suggest things I will probably forget (you know, like a can opener, or shower mat, or extension cord etc). OK go! (TIA!)

fletch102483

toilet paper, shower curtain, towels!

nightmare_of_beauty

plunger! I forgot one until I needed it

jeanacorina

I forgot a plunger, can opener, and a spatula/flipper over thingy.Hard to cook when all you have is plastic silverware and one small pan.

isa2gab

I forgot tolet paper holder, bathroom mat, hangers, lamps. I had to go buy silerware, cups, and soething to cook with and in. Fastfood and going out gets expensive.

Acrosthec

The only thing we really forgot was a plunger.I'm sure there were other things that I originally forgot, but I moved out of my parents house about a decade ago (yes I'm ancient, I know), and my memory isn't that great.  You'll find along the way that you need things, but as long as you have the necessities, you'll be ok.My necessities include:  shower curtain, towels, bath mat (or towel on the floor), plunger, toilet paper, paper towels or napkins, at least one pot and one skillet, some sort of baking dish (Pyrex type that can go in oven for casseroles, etc.), plates, bowls, cups, silverware, basic cooking utensils like large spoons/wooden spoons/spatula/can opener, trash cans for kitchen and bathroom, a couple basic extension cords, a couple of those converter things that change a one outlet into three outlets, a surge protector or two for any expensive electronics, sheets and blankets, pillows, hangers, dishwashing soap/detergent, clothes detergent, vacuum cleaner of some kind, windex, basic cleaner like 409, some kind of toilet cleaner (I use Comet), and picture hanging stuff if you need it (they usually sell them in kits).Good luck!

MustangSally67

Garbage can & garbage bags. And Lightbulbs.

Acrosthec

OOOO yes! I forgot about lightbulbs! Always good to have extras on hand.

viola5618

I agree witrh beach. also, befor e you buy groceries make sure the fridge works. ice cude trays help make sure the freezer freezes. thermometer.... i bought one eventually because my first freezer was exactly 32 and would freeze my ice cre lol. oh and a thermometer for the over(you maay be able to forgo this if it's new)

AnneAndJJ

Oooh...a plunger...TOTALLY forgot about that. Thank you for that!! Last time I moved out, which was a year ago, I forgot an extension cord, power bar, and hangers (to begin with...there were a few other things along the way, like a juice pitcher).

shellybeth

Definately bring clean towels, shampoo, conditioner, etc. for the "move day" You are going to be moving and get all hot and sweaty.. trust me when you want to shower you don't want to have to drive to the store to get all that first!!

oceana919

The Day Of:- Toilet paper- Cleaning supplies (windex, bleach, paper towels, etc.)- Lightbulbs- Garbage bags (you will end up throwing stuff away!)- Paper and pen (to write down things you need as you think of them)- Directions to the nearest Home Depot and Walmart (to tackle that list that you will accumulate)In General:- Toilet plunger- Flashlights with batteries (you won't remember you need them until the first time you lose power!)- Surge protectors for major electronics (TV, computer, etc.) (will save your electronics if the power goes out in a storm)

oceana919

ps. If you're moving with a pet, make sure to bring a bowl and water while you're moving stuff in/cleaning. We were hydrating our poor dog with water bottles we bought from Walgreens across the street.

dreamingblue

I like the idea of making a list for each room.I moved four times in three years (super fun, I know you're jealous! lol), so the big one is always toilet paper. Actually, the PP suggestion of stuff for a shower the night of move in day is a really good suggestion!Here's a weird one...CURTAINS. One place I lived I didn't think to bring them with me and I had to get changed in the bathroom until I got them. Good luck!