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Long distance move... and long drive!

Tue, May 18, 2010 8:17 PM

I am moving next week, we're renting a truck and moving ourselves for a 1,000 mile move, which will take about 15 hours. We're going to break it into 2 days, so I can tolerate it. I asked my doc about what to eat, or should I go liquid nutrition, or take Imodium for those few days. He said that he'd prefer if I just take the Imodium rather than change my eating habits. I still plan on eating light.

So, should I take it preventatively, before any symptoms arise? or just as needed? I'm just terrified of getting stuck in the middle of a long stretch of highway with no exit for another 20+ miles. When I have to go, I have to go, it's hard to wait a few minutes, let alone several miles.

Any suggestions? Thanks!

eautter
Joined Sep 14, 2009

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KimThompson
Joined Oct 11, 2022

Thu, April 07, 2022 6:48 AM

Reply posted for dnmack726@aol.c.

Since we moved from Alberta to Ontario last January, we've been driving from southern Ontario to southern Alberta every two months. Need to visit here 1080-002 and learn mor enew things about hard drive. I'd say it takes a good 2-3 days to do all the driving and unloading. Here, I'm going to share how I managed the long distance move and long drives.

Enuenated47
Joined Apr 7, 2022

Thu, May 20, 2010 11:55 PM

Reply posted for eautter.

I would bring along some Biffy Bags mentioned in Helpful Hints for when you Travel Hike or Camp. They are incredibly easy and sanitary to use and they are ready to use in less then a minute. I always keep some in my car just in case. Great product. I have only seen them on line can't find them in stores. Go to www.biffybag.com . Good Luck on your move.

dsemlak
Joined May 20, 2010

Tue, May 18, 2010 11:12 PM

Reply posted for eautter.

I just took a long drive to Fla in Feb., I took a cookie bucket with me, so I could empty out, when no rest stops wereanwere to be found. It was a life sver for me. At rest spots I would empty out the bucket. Tryit , it works well.

dnmack726@aol.c
Joined May 18, 2010

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