2020 Has Been a Year. Here’s How to Find Gratitude In It

2020 Has Been a Year. Here’s How to Find Gratitude In It

Military life is hard enough as it is, let alone add a pandemic to it. Most of us have experienced a multitude of different and new inconveniences from quarantines to extended deployments to shift work to not seeing the inside of a restaurant since February. This year has been a trying time for all. Everyone [...]

Sub Spouse Small Business: Modern Rosie

Sub Spouse Small Business: Modern Rosie

We're thrilled to launch "Sub Spouse Small Businesses," a new series where we spotlight (you guessed it) submarine spouse small businesses! These features will highlight spouses who own or operate their own small shops around the world, from photographers and candle-makers to Etsy shop owners and hair stylists. We love to showcase these creative, ambitious [...]

OPSEC Reminders: Keeping Our Sailors Safe

OPSEC Reminders: Keeping Our Sailors Safe

Seven months into the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need for significant physical distancing, there has been a HUGE increase in virtual communication. From video chats and phone calls to texts and social media, technology has been a blessing during this time.   As military spouses we are privy to information regarding boat movements, however this knowledge is [...]

4 Kid-Friendly Things to Do While Socially Distancing (Bangor)

4 Kid-Friendly Things to Do While Socially Distancing (Bangor)
Photo courtesy of Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Facebook page

While Washington state continues to tighten up COVID-19 precautions, you may feel like you’re in a rut. And if you’re like me with young kids at home, you may be itching to switch up  your daily routine. Looking for inspiration for new activities to engage your children? Below are some recent outings I took with [...]

How to Book a PCS

How to Book a PCS

My husband was deployed when we received orders for a change of homeport. This was the first permanent change of station (PCS) I ever booked. Thankfully I had all my ducks in a row to be able to do it myself, but I was still a bit overwhelmed with the process. There are many websites that have checklists and information provided to help you in this tedious process.