shipping - Beth: A Work in Progress

Be A Blessing

By Beth On September 6, 2011 · 587 CommentsBe+A+Blessing2011-09-06+14%3A28%3A03Beth · In Family, Missions

When I spoke with J and C last week they asked me to PLEASE send them Pop Tarts, Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal and Ranch Dressing. I promised that I would and then set about planning, and preparing, a care package. I really enjoyed thinking of special things to add to the box that would make them smile, remind them of home, assure them that they are loved and remembered! We added candy, Pringles, Maraschino Cherries, and Mountain Dew to the box. Put all of the liquid items in sealed plastic bags and then cushioned them in bubble wrap. Wrapped fragile items in more bubble wrap. Added packing peanuts to fill in all the gaps. The box is 18x18x18 and weighs 42.5 pounds. Maybe a bit excessive but not TOO crazy! I have it all sealed and ready to ship. I had Bert carry it to my car and I took it to Office Depot for UPS shipment. Filled out all the paperwork and then the girl asked if I had ever shipped to that [...]

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