Tag: PCS
OCONUS PCS Tips for the Village Staying Behind
If one of your pals is preparing to launch to or from an OCONUS location, there is a good chance they are crying in...
Gateway to Exploring Europe: USAG Stuttgart Base Guide
Congratulations!
You just scored an assignment to an incredibly adventurous place - Stuttgart, Germany.
Stuttgart is located in southern Germany and is the capital...
10 National Parks in 10 Days: PCS Edition
When we got our orders to Millington, TN, I got very excited for the cross-country road trip that would be in our near future....
A Busy Mom’s Guide to Getting Outdoor Items Ready for a...
If you’re anything like me, life doesn’t pause because it’s PCS season. You’re still juggling a million little moments that need you. Outdoor toys...
After 18 Years of Military Life, I Finally Let Myself Feel
We just PCS’ed to Fort Riley, Kansas… not our first move, not our hardest, but somehow it feels different. This year marks 18 years...
Kirtland AFB: A Military Mom’s Honest Take on Albuquerque, New Mexico
Oh...New Mexico?...
When you’re a beach soul—having spent over a decade on the East and Southeast Coast—never once living anywhere West or Southwest… and you...
Packing Up Holiday Traditions Before Our PCS
More Than Decorations
Packing up holiday decorations for the last time before our PCS feels surreal. Not just because of the extra bubble wrap and...
Laidback Farewell Ideas for PCS Season
I have hosted and attended my fare share of formal farewells during our time in the Army. In many cases, they have their place....
The PCS Reset: A Perfect Time to Redefine Yourself
I’m gearing up for another PCS, and while I could write an entire blog about the challenges that come with moving (and trust me,...
PCS and Purchases: Why I Spend Like a Maniac After Every...
We’re not even two months out from our latest PCS- this time from Fort Gregg-Adams to Fort Riley- and once again, I’ve found myself...
Keeping My Plants Alive (and Me, Too) During a PCS
There always comes a moment right before a PCS when it hits me: How am I going to get my plant babies from point...
Helping Military Kids Say Goodbye to Friends During PCS Season
As we draw close to the summer, one of the most challenging experiences for military families is navigating the inevitable farewells as friends relocate...