One of the more exciting aspects of being a submarine spouse is the possibility of a port call. Sometimes, spouses, significant others, and families are lucky enough to be able to visit on a port call. I have been lucky to have been able to visit two port calls-one international and one domestic. On the [...]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and because checking in on our mental health is important, here is some updated information about mental health resources available for military spouses and families. FOCUS Families Overcoming Under Stress (FOCUS) is a resiliency skills training program for military service members, spouses and children. They can be found at [...]
If you enjoy winter sports and live in the Norfolk area, this article is for you! Below are a few resorts close enough to Norfolk to make a weekend ski or snowboarding trip: Massanutten Resort (Massanutten, VA) Situated about 3.5 hours away, this is a family-friendly ski resort. They make their own snow when it [...]
If you are living in the Hampton Roads area, chances are you have heard of Busch Gardens. The theme park is located in Williamsburg (there is also a Busch Gardens in Tampa), about a 45-60 minute drive from Norfolk Naval Station. Curious about making a visit? Here's five things to know: The park is European-themed. [...]
As we come to the end of “PCS Season”, many spouses are currently changing gears from settling in to job hunting. If you are like me, you might need an occupational license to practice your chosen profession. This process can be expensive and even cost-prohibitive for some. Because I am involved in a few military [...]
If you are stationed at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay and looking for fun ways to spend a day, look no further! Here are four unique ways to spend the day near Kings Bay: Have a Spa Day If you are looking for a spa day, The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island Spa has you covered. Relax [...]
There are many difficult things about being a military spouse. Giving birth or managing postpartum time while the boat is out to sea, can be a very difficult and stressful time. We had just confirmed my fourth pregnancy when my spouse said “I don’t think I will be here for the birth." While he was [...]
Many people stationed at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay live in Florida, just over the Georgia-Florida border. If you have kids and live in Florida, here is some useful information regarding Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) and the Florida Department of Education’s School Choice options. Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Florida offers free voluntary pre-kindergarten to state residents. We moved [...]
There are some new playgrounds in Yulee and on Amelia Island! If you are looking for some updated play equipment and a nice area to spend an afternoon, below is some information regarding a new playground at Nassau Crossing and the updated playground at Central Park. Nassau Crossing Playground This new park area opened in [...]
