It was quite a strange experience during the months before we left Australia having to separate all my belongings into categories of value and decide if they should continue with me into the next step of life.  We did send a shipment from Australia (4 cubic metres) which has just arrived, I’ve done lots of shopping and we’ve have had friends and family here “donate” to us as well.  IKEA is a regular hangout and we’re ALMOST fully furnished (because you’re never quite done right!)