I figured this was as good a place as any to put this: Remind me never to use movers again. That was more of a headache (literally) than any moving experience I've ever had. I so much prefer the pack-it-yourself, rent a Uhaul, and round up all your friends to bring things in and out. There were only two of them! When I ask the elders' quorum for help, there are usually at least 4 or 5 guys. Who usually tease me the rest of the year for how much stuff I have, and avoid me anytime I mention I might be moving again--but still! Much more efficient, and I have control over my stuff. I know it'll be in that Uhaul till I take it out again, and it's only my fault if it gets damaged.
I think next time, even if it's another cross-country move, I'll go back to my old habits. Then again, I might be thankful for not having to break my own and all my friends' backs in a couple weeks when I move in, and I won't have had to drive literally from one coast to the other. Whatever, sending my stuff off with strangers is a very uncomfortable experience.