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While packing the kitchen, I've discovered that I currently own 18 wine glasses. I also have a large box in my trunk that may contain more (xmas gift that I never opened since I have no storage). For some reason, I keep getting wine glasses as gifts for every occassion. As a result, I either throw a large party or go on a wine drinking binge for a long time. First on the list to buy for the new house... shelving for all the glasses.

After long discussions about choosing a moving date, I'm planning on April 1st, but hoping for an April Fool's joke and move the previous weekend. I'd really like to be out of my apartment before the first of the month... even though having Spring Break open to paint would be nice, I just want this move over with. Actually, I'd like the whole house buying thing over with.

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