Moving can be an emotional time when homeowners need to say farewell not only to a home they have probably grown fond of, but also to friends and neighbors who have become like family. This bittersweet time can be marked by some pretty amazing and heartwarming gifts that could be practical or sentimental for the moving family.
Today’s blog is focused on gifts you may want to give your family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers as they embark on their next adventure in a new location across town or across the country.
Restaurant Gift Cards
Anyone who has ever moved before knows that there are many days and nights spent cleaning, boxing, and organizing one’s belongings before the big moving day.
It can be time consuming and exhausting, to the point that for weeks before the move you may find yourself too busy (or too tired) to cook a home cooked meal. Heck, when you pack those kitchen items, you will have no choice but to order out!
That’s where restaurant gift cards become a great idea for someone you know who is in the throes of moving. They can order delivery and pack while they eat, or they can take some time off from packing and enjoy a relaxing meal prepared by someone else. Either way, this gift will be a welcome one when the date draws near.
Moving Materials
No one likes to stop the packing process by having to go out for more supplies. Gift your friends and neighbors some much welcome packing supplies. For instance, packing tape, moving boxes, sharpies, reusable bags, foam filling, labels, and bubble wrap are all great gifts. Add cleaning supplies and you have a perfect moving gift.
While these gifts are more practical than sentimental, they may save your friend or relative precious time and energy when they are in the middle of packing. It takes just a few more things off their “To Do” list!
Local Keepsake
If someone you love is moving and you want them to know you will miss them terribly, consider finding a local keepsake that will help them remember the town/city and all the fun you had together. This could be an art piece, photography, locally written books, or something more whimsical that will let them know they will be missed.
A photo book of all the local places may be just enough for them to have something they love to travel with them to their new home.
New Home Greeting
If you are a planner, you may want your friend to be greeted in their new place with fresh flowers or a local delicacy to be delivered on their first night. Plan ahead and research what businesses can deliver food, flowers, supplies, or even a plant to make their new home feel warm and welcome right away.
Gifts of all sizes and types are cherished during a move. Some gifts don’t even have to cost anything. Give your friends a coupon that states you will pet sit or care for young children while they pack or get the move going. The sky’s the limit with gifts for your moving friends or family.