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. …
Topic: PCS Prep
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 …
Family Readiness in the Face of Unique Military Financial Challenges
It’s no secret that military families experience their share of unique financial challenges. PCSing, unit expenses, deployments and limited funds are a few of the challenges we face as military families, and …
Don’t Forget the Kids When You PCS
It is 8:43 p.m. on a Monday night at the end of November as I sit here typing out this blog. If I’m being really honest, I’m splitting my attention between fleshing …
How to Make a New Base Feel Like Home
You did it: you moved your family, your furniture, your cars and your pets to a new location. You researched housing and school options around your military base. You unpacked piles of …
So, We Might Be Moving
For us it’s slate season. We’re waiting to hear what our next orders will be. It’s something I’ve been working on being okay with. Things might change. We might move. Whatever happens, …