Long-distance moves are a beast, but breaking it into phases helps: inventory everything first, declutter ruthlessly, then prioritize what goes in the truck versus shipped separately. For the cat, a vet check and familiar bedding make a world of difference. I used a service that specializes in interstate hauls recently; they mapped the route to avoid peak traffic and bundled packing supplies at no extra cost. Move4U fit the bill for me—straightforward quoting and real-time tracking kept me sane, though I still double-checked the contract details. Pro tip: photograph valuables before loading. What's the weirdest item you've moved?