Tag: PCS
10 Keys to Academic Success for Military Kids – Part 1
It’s one of the biggest struggles military families face: ensuring a quality education for their children. Frequent moves and their resulting long-term disruptions make...
PCS Resolutions: The Beautiful Fairytale of Every Military Move
I'm writing this while smack dab in the middle of a PCS (Permanent Change of Station). Last week we moved from Colorado Springs, Colorado...
Military Moms Blog Guide to Duty Stations
The hallmark of military life is the dreaded permanent change of station.
Whether you are sitting in an empty home with only the smell of...
10 Reasons to Love Being Stationed at Fort Jackson, South Carolina
When we moved to South Carolina, I didn't know what to expect. I knew it was going to be a heck of a lot...
The Goodbyes and the See You Laters
We are weeks away from our cross country Permanent Change of Station (PCS) and the "going away" coffees, lunches, potlucks, and parties are in...
11 PCS Packing Stories That Will Make You Laugh, Cry and...
Oh military life. No matter how many PCS's (permanent changes of stations) you have experienced, the next one is no less dreaded or stressful....
7 Things You Need to Know About Your VA Loan Benefit
One of the amazing benefits of military service is the use of your Veteran's Administration Home Loan! Without a VA loan, many service members...
The Most Random Things You Google When You Move
It’s no secret we mommas turn to Google when we find out where our new duty station is going to be. As soon as...
Selling a House Quickly Before You Move
Moving is stressful. Trying to sell a house before moving adds even more stress. The best case scenario for surviving a PCS comes down...
Cognitive Dissonance and the “Truths” We Tell Ourselves
"This is the move in which I will get my life together," I announce to anyone who will listen.
They are all very excited for...
Speed Dating – Mom Edition: Where to Meet New Mom Friends
I thought it was difficult meeting people and making friends as a single adult, but then I became a mom and moved to a...
Military Friendships: Annuals and Perennials
Last spring, I cut back my Russian sage plants to practically nothing. I read and followed the online advice for pruning the plant, but...