Update! Now being May 3rd I got an email from fed sex this morning stating that my shipment will arrive April 29th.......I am currently at a loss of words for this situation.
Dude, what's your problem? They are giving you an almost ONE YEAR advance notice. Plenty of time to remodel the porch to make it more "Delivery Friendly" for the drivers. Maybe you can design in a "Delivery Driver Only" bathroom and refrigerator fully stocked with food/snacks/drinks. Don't forget to include a "Wish List" so they can request their favorite items.