Tag: PCS
Change Is Hard – Don’t Resist It
“Why do we have to move again?” my 10 year-old asked, demanding an answer.
“Well, because the Army gave us orders to move to...
My 5 Top Tips to Survive an Overseas Move with Kids
You have the overseas assignment orders. Hurray!
But then you start to think about the logistics of moving overseas with young children...and panic sets...
Sayonara Japan
We are leaving Japan, and it's bittersweet.
I have loved this country. I have a child that only remembers this country. It is breathtaking and awe...
How We Say Goodbye to a Home as a Military Family
Lingering moving boxes remain tucked away in our basement, filled with donations or items to sell. My son’s artwork covers the fridge, proud trophies...
An Ode to our Hotel Housekeeper
"Thank you so much,'' I said tearfully, as I handed Maria a tip. By the big emotions flowing through my body, you would have thought...
How to Find Support + Community in 5 Easy Steps
There will be times when you are struggling to connect and find support in your community.
It kind of comes with the territory, right? You...
Friday Favorite: Extra Kitchen Tools to Pack for Your Next TLF...
One of the best things about staying in a TLF (temporary living facility) when you're PCSing is that it "technically" has everything you need....
Homeschooling Doesn’t Have To Be Permanent
We have homeschooled our four children for several years. *Note I’m using the royal we. I have been responsible for their education for the...
Settling Into Life in the UK: Part II of our International...
This is Part II of Jenny's international move. To read Part I, click here!
Well, I was right. That goodbye did suck!
If you read Part...
Saying Goodbye is Different This Time: Part I of our International...
Some goodbyes just suck, don’t they?
If you’re part of a military family, you're probably experienced at saying goodbye and know that some just feel...
Saying Goodbye to The Houses that Built Us
We left another house last month.
It was a good one. One of those houses where we felt at home quickly. We left diapers in...
5 Considerations When PCSing Your Business
This post is sponsored by our partner, the Association of Military Spouse Entrepreneurs. AMSE is an exclusive community for military spouse entrepreneurs to learn...