3 Weeks to Go..

I had been too busy with activities over the last 2 weeks and forgot to post the updates, will try to summarize the details of the past 2 weeks in this entry.

Shipping : Received exorbitant quotes from corporate movers, so I decided to go with a local mover who will be packing and loading up the container that I booked through Air 7 Seas. Air7Seas also offered packing services, but I decided against that since I didnt want to deal with a subcontractor that I would have no control over. Packing and Shipping is scheduled for 1 week before my move and a 20ft container has been ordered to ship most furniture, personal goods, electronics etc., to Hyderabad.

Travel : Booked my tickets 2 weeks ago through NorthWest and the date has been finalized as 24th of July for my trip back to Hyderabad.

Shopping : Last minute shopping for some kitchen ware and dinner ware was complete over the last 2 weeks. I am still loading up on any critical electronics that I would miss in India, but considering the 220v issue, I am only picking items that can support 220v. Got a new vonage line so that I could stay in touch with friends and colleagues in the US without spending the extra Rs for international calls.

House : Showings were high, we had 42 showings in 4 weeks, and towards the end of last week we received an offer on the house. If there was one challenge in moving back to hyderabad in 7 weeks, it was the sale of the house. Now that its taken care of, we are much more upbeat about the move.

RemoteControlMail : Found this interesting service by DCI, at remotecontrolmail.com. Completed the required forms to start forwarding my mail to this company and will keep it for 1 year until my W-2's etc., are received for this year.