Whether your recently PCS'd to Washington state or you've been here for years, you're likely dreading this dreary season. And by "season," we mean months upon months (upon months). Due to the Pacific Ocean’s moist air, the west side of Washington state experiences ample cloud cover and rain, mostly during winter months (we promise, the [...]
In our latest installment of "Sub Spouse Small Business," we want to introduce you to Rachel! Currently residing in Nebraska, Rachel is a submarine spouse and owner of RKM Designs, an online Etsy shop where she specializes in children's clothing. Name: Rachel Current Duty Station: Nebraska Q: How did you get started? My sewing journey [...]
Congratulations on this amazing moment and accomplishment for your spouse! Your spouse has distinguished themselves as not only a technical expert, but a leader. Chiefs are important cause to bridge the gap between enlisted and officers acting not only as supervisors but advocates for their sailors. The next few weeks will not only be exciting [...]
The first week of October is a national mental health awareness week, with October being a National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month. October 10th is commonly celebrated as World Mental Health Day. Because checking in on our mental health is important, here are some mental health resources available for military spouses and families: FOCUS [...]
With Halloween just around the corner (18 days), make sure you embrace the spooky season and explore local events at your duty station! If you're stationed in Norfolk, there's plenty of scary fun happening throughout Hampton Roads. Here's four events we have our eyes on: Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Sept. 10th-Oct. 31st This fan favorite [...]
Healthy eating should be a lifestyle, but with "boat life" it can be easier to reach for cereal or frozen nuggets for dinner then thinking about meal prep. We recently have PC'S'd, lived with family members and currently reside in a hotel while we wait for house. All my hopes for total clean eating have [...]
So your sailor received his or her orders, and you've decided you're driving to your next duty station! If you need help planning your drive, check this out. But what about products to pack? Outside of the usual - hand sanitizer, extra face masks, water bottles, snacks, tablets - what else could help make your [...]
Happy October! As we head into spooky season, we rounded up some great event ideas to inspire the season in and around Kitsap County. From pumpkin painting to haunted hayrides, there's a little something for everyone: MWR Pumpkin Painting Photo by Daisy Anderson on Pexels.com Stop by the Bremerton Recreation Center and join the MWR [...]
Do an inventory of your pantry... months in advance I was so focused on purging clothes and other household items, I completely overlooked our pantry. If I could go back in time, I would have done an inventory three, maybe even six months in advance. Also limit your Costco, Sam's Club or BJ runs. Do [...]
