If you just received orders overseas, congratulations! You are in for a unique experience and memories that will last a lifetime. But before you get caught up in dreams of clear beaches …
Topic: OCONUS PCS
When the Dust Settles
Ahh, PCS season. There are so many moving parts to a PCS and such a sense of relief when it’s finally complete. Truthfully, even after the boxes are unpacked and the furniture …
Adjusting After a PCS Means Unpacking More Than Boxes
How long does it take to get settled at a new duty station? Does it happen when the last box is unpacked, when the pictures are hung, or when you can finally …
Facing the Emotional Impact of PCS
When it is time to move on to your next station, it’s normal to have a lot of emotions associated with your upcoming move. Uprooting yourself, saying goodbye to friends, and navigating …
It’s Okay to Mourn a Past Duty Station
Last summer, our family completed our fifth PCS move. Each move was different and came with its own challenges. But, after all these years, I have noticed every move has one thing …
OCONUS PCS: Think Outside the Gates
Now that I’ve outgrown the phase, I’m not ashamed to admit that I felt trapped when we first moved to Japan. The pre-household goods delivery time that I usually filled with shopping, …