New York, NY (Top40 Charts) If you are moving to California you might want to buy a few things to prepare you for your move. Chances are you're excited about moving to this incredible part of the world but you might also be nervous about the move. However, getting the suggested items (listed below) will help to make that move even easier.
A Home Care Package
A great gift to buy yourself is a home care package. These packages consist of those essential items you just cannot live without. For example, you might want to add a jar of your favorite coffee, your favorite chocolate bar, and some bathroom products. You could also add a few cleaning supplies along with a photo of yourself and some friends. Place the photograph in a frame that can be stood up or hung on a wall. This will allow you to display the photograph and think of you and your friends when you see it.
Whatever you add to the home care package, it's likely to be greatly appreciated by yourself at a later date. Just make sure it contains a few items that will be useful to anyone who has just moved house.
A Pair of Sunglasses
California sees a lot of sun every year, and a new pair of sunglasses could come in very handy. You don't have to buy the most expensive sunglasses out there, simply buy a pair you love.
If you want to go a little further, you might also want to buy yourself a hat and some suntan lotion. These items will help to stay protected from the sun.
Tickets to Local Attractions
Want to have a great time when you move to California? Why not consider buying some tickets to local attractions? You'll be giving yourself the chance to forget about unpacking for a while. You will have the chance to let your hair down and enjoy time at a sports game, an amusement park or even a concert.
Try to buy tickets that don't have an expiration date on them any time soon. This will ensure you can make use of them when the stress and strain of moving have subsided a little.
A Few Candles
Did you know that most people love candles? Candles look good and they can also provide a lot of comfort. Not only do candles help to light up a dark room but they can also make a room smell lovely.
Each time you light your candles they will get a warm feeling, particularly if they remind you of your old home or friends. What's more, is if the power has not yet been switched on in their new home you will appreciate a bit of light.
If it's cold in your new home and the power isn't on yet, you can heat it up using a candle and a terracotta pot. Place the candle on a table. Now place something fireproof around the candle such as a baking tray. This is what the pot will sit on. Place the pot upside down and over the lit candle. The heat will move through the pot and help to warm the room up. It will continue to do this (more efficiently) when the candle has been blown out.
A Bicycle
Did you know that getting around California is not easy? This is why many of the local residents are happy to hop on a bike. Traveling by bicycle is often so much easier than attempting to get around by car. The roads are usually full to the brim of traffic, which can make getting to work and home again quite difficult. Having a bicycle can make life a lot easier and help you to enjoy a bit of exercise too.
Don't forget to buy a bicycle helmet so you are protected while they cycle on the road.
Moving Insurance
While moving insurance might not seem like the greatest gift to give yourself it can make a difference to the move. "If you have items you really care about it makes sense for you to have moving insurance," says Nick, moving manager at California Movers.
Consider buying moving insurance so you feel protected on the day of the move. You will appreciate this kind gesture and feel a little more relaxed about the whole moving process.
If you are moving to California, you might want to consider buying a few, if not all of the items listed above. With a bit of thought and effort, you could find the whole moving process so much easier.
