DITY been there, survived that!

In the military we move more times that we can count, we unpack boxes and watch as total strangers pack our personal effects into cardboard wrapped in paper.  We watch as canned beans are combined with blankets from the living room and strange items get packed with our electronics.  A military move is rough, when [...]

Photography and Your Duty Station

When we first moved to Germany in 2006 everything was exciting and I enjoyed getting to know the new country.  By the end of 2007 I was ready to move back to the USA.  The only problem was that we had a few more years left before it was time to PCS.  In the spring [...]

Rent Vs. Buy – Tips for Military Families on the Move

From our friends at USAA.com For families on the move, deciding whether to rent or buy a home is a critical choice, from a financial and lifestyle perspective. For members of the military, it’s a choice they confront much more frequently than the general population. In fact, according to a new poll conducted on behalf [...]

PCSing with Pets – Welcome Back to Marla

Are you PCSing with pets? Tune in to hear some tips sure to make your move easier. We are also welcoming Marla back from baby leave. She introduces our new mini-production assistant. Plus, much more! Click to listen: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/navywiferadio/2010/07/07/military-life-radio-navy-wife-radio Join us! Original Show Date: May 4th, 2010 Listen on demand 24/7 Send article as PDF [...]

Feeling At Home Away From Home

It’s been 2.5 months since we got to our new duty station.  In the past it has taken a good 6 months for me to feel “normal” again after a move.  But as I was driving home from post the other day I realize I had hit the “normal” point here already.  I am still [...]