Ouch! Nothing takes a chunk out of your bank account quite like a military move. It’s astonishing that no matter how well you plan and budget, there are still items you’ll need to purchase at your next residence. Sometimes we leave things behind (like that BBQ grill or our vacuum that was necessary to clear […] Read more…
Get Your PCS Spring Cleaning On & Restock Essentials With Walmart’s #StockUpSave
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Walmart Its that time of year where we begin decluttering our homes and opening up those leftover boxes from last year’s PCS move. This means washing clothes, dusting, and get some of the dirt and grime off of household items. In the midst of this you might decide […] Read more…
Diary of a PCS 4: Leaving & Finding Home
I won’t lie — I miss it incredibly. My military family just said “Auf Wiedersehen” to Germany and “Hello again” to the USA. Germany was my home away from home, and touched me so profoundly that the experience has shaped who I am. Leaving her was not easy. From the moment my plane touched down […] Read more…
The 9 Documents You’ll Want To Hand Carry During A PCS
From your first PCS to your last, you’ll learn tricks to make the moves easier on your family. For a lot of us, staying organized and having checklists can make the transition a little smoother. Whether you are moving to the next state, or to a foreign country, you’ll want quick access to these 9 […] Read more…
Diary of a PCS Part 3: 12 Things You Won’t See Coming When You PCS
Ah, no man’s land – the point in your PCS when your belongings are gone, your house is empty and your soldier is out-processing. You are deep in plasticware, cleaning supplies, and spending your last moments with friends while you still can. Whether you’re all-too familiar with this phase, or a first-timer like me, here’s […] Read more…
10 Ways To Get Your “Fit” On During A PCS Move
What’s the first thing to go when you PCS? Donations? Household goods? Your car? If you’re like me, the answer to that question is your health and fitness. Stress takes over, you stop hitting the gym, you turn to junk, and use every bit of energy on the move, leaving little for yourself. We, military […] Read more…