The first time you tell your son that he can’t go play in the front yard alone like he casually announced on his way out the door of his new house, you …
Reverse Culture Shock Hits Close to Home
Moving
Benefits of a Do-It-Yourself Move
When a service member receives PCS orders within the United States, they have two options for moving all their belongings from point A to point B. The first option is to sign …
The Big Things that Aren’t in Your Moving Binder
My sister-in-law sent me a binder with tabs and pockets for Christmas 2019, and I’ve honestly never felt more seen in my life. I’m an unapologetic planner. So, when PCS rolls around, …
Transition Inside the Military
Transition in the military can be dreaded, welcomed, or a little of both. My family is getting ready to transition to a totally different place, even outside of a military town. Now …
Been There, Done That
Last week was a whole ordeal. To give you some context, I’m writing this blog in mid-March, coronavirus is on everyone’s mind, and toilet paper and hand sanitizer are in high demand. …
COVID-19: The Impact on Travel Restrictions and PCS’ing
Things are changing fast in the military world. New information pours in daily and it seems every day there are new restrictions or updates about the coronavirus. Many military families have been …
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