Hi.....Moving itself is stressful. I believe in movers, it is so much faster, one sweep and they are done. Doing it yourself makes a million trips and is frustrating and makes it more stressful.
Packing, well I never had that, but it sure sounds like a good idea. Plus that way it is done right and you don't have to worry that you didn't pack something good enough and could be broken.
Plus you two, can't do this yourselves, You still need a truck and friends to help.
I wish you luck in your new home, hang in there.........
Hugs, Nikko
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