Tag: PCS
Why I Chose Substitute Teaching as a Military Spouse
Navigating military life comes with its share of obstacles, and one of the toughest challenges for many military spouses is securing meaningful and flexible...
Celebrating the Holidays After a Move or PCS
“Why don’t we have Halloween?”
My curious, confused almost-three-year-old gestured to our new neighbor’s elaborate seasonal display complete with a gigantic skeleton, a flying witch,...
It’s Not Our Time to Leave
“Check again!?” I not-so-subtly demand. “I heard the Jones got orders yesterday. Are you sure there’s nothing in there for us?” My husband rolls...
BookMark These Tips for Your Next PCS
One of the greatest gifts to enjoy as family is a home full of books. As a military homeschool family, each time we approach...
Relocating your POV
Embarking on your PCS journey can be both exciting and daunting. And it’s no secret that relocating to a new duty station involves meticulous...
“20 Minutes to Home” According To My Phone
THE NOTIFICATIONS
I’m not sure what I did or when the feature began, but within the last 6 months my phone has started alerting me...
5 Car Tips to Make Traveling With Kids Easier
Any kind of travel with kids can be...complicated. But long travel in the car with kids is no easy feat.
Let's face it - it's...
The PCS Pull Away
We’ve all been there. Three months out. Awaiting orders. Or by some miracle on high, you actually have orders in hand. But honestly, it...
Tips for Tackling Travel With Food Allergies
May is both Food Allergy Awareness Month and Celiac Awareness Month. It is also the beginning of PCS season for many military families. Moving...
7 Ways to Save During a PCS
With warmer weather and blooming flowers comes the start of PCS season. A PCS, or permanent change of station, can be an eventful, exciting...
4 Books to Read to Your Military Child During a PCS
A permanent change of station (PCS) is difficult for many children. It’s difficult as a parent to watch your military child feel so many...
An Army Kid Interview to Melt Your Heart
I have 3 Army kids. 2 are walking and talking and school age. The 3rd is a roly-poly baby with no opinions except that...