In my 57 years I have moved probably around 25 times. Never have I had the nightmare of a move that I had on Saturday. From the get go it turned sore. The boss on the move was an arrogant, know it all type that was just unbearable. He arrived, looked around, complained about the amount of stuff we had and then announced, ''it's a lot of work but we can do it'' so off we went. We had been given an hourly quote and estimate of how much the move would cost and once they (his two co-workers were top notch) had 90% of our stuff loaded the boss advised us what the total cost would be and the amount was 4 times what we had been told. He and hubby got into an argument, he was going to refuse to deliver our belongings, (nightmare I tell you) and I finally lost it and screamed for the both of them to ''shut up''. They were so shocked they were dumbfounded. We managed to finally get to our destination (I hoped the men would have time to cool down but it didn't work) and the problems persisted. Again the boss threatened not to unload our things, threatened to call the police all the while I had my son and daughter trying to keep their father away as he was beside himself. He even went sofaras to say he could slow his guys down to carrying one box per 5 minutes so that the bill would be even more.
The worst situation I have even been in. I was absolutely horrified at this persons unprofessionalism, and down right meanfullness all the while trying to tell me he was the good guy in this mess. As I got more distraught over the whole fiasco, my son got increasingly angry and had to put his 2 cents worth in there. I was finally able to negotitate with this idiot and it was still 3 times higher but I just wanted my stuff delvired and him GONE.
Unbelievable all of this but we are now in our house, it is a total disarray but we are working through it. Despite all of this, as I sat on my veranda having a ''spot of tea'' yesterday lunchtime, I thought to myself '' all the crap from yesterday is still worth it to be living here''. It seems surreal, we are pinching ourself (maybe that why I have so many bruises lol). I will launch a complaint against this company and especially the particular guy as I would not want this to happen to another person.
I have not forgotton about pictures but at the moment I don't have a clue where I would find a camera in this mess.
I realized after all of this that if more woman ran countries, were présidents and prime minister, we would probably live in a more peaceful world. Maybe I should run LOL, LOL.
Take care all and thanks for letting me rant.
hugs
Michelle
Once you get unpacked and settled, the bad memories will fade away and you will be able to relax and enjoy your new surroundings
What a nasty man to do that to you especially when you had been given a quote. I hope you haven't paid the bill yet, as there are things you could do about it. I would definitely, like you, complain to the Management of the Removalist firm too. Thankfully you got your things eventually delivered, albeit, with difficulty. At least that day is over and you can now look forward to your new life in your wonderful home and surroundings.
Now make a fresh pot of Tea, take your shoes off, sit on your verandah and purvey God's creation in all its beauty and glory. I'll be toasting a cuppa with you! Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy your wonderful new life.
AND HEY!!!!! Listen Michelle, if Kanye can run for President, why can't you? he he he! Love from your mate from downunder Chris
NOW, I am so glad you are in your new paradise!! Relax, and enjoy!!
Hugs, Angel
On a better note, you are in the home of your dreams and now can set it up the way you want to. I wish I was there to help you unpack...Hugs