I have always thought that jewelry is the gift that keeps on giving. It is what I have decided to “collect” during our never ending PCS journeys. Each piece reminds me of my favorite moments at each duty station or brings me joy when I am missing the warm sun during a Portsmouth Nor’easter Snow [...]
As we wind down what's left of 2023, we pulled together a list of some Christmas and New Year's Eve dinners and events at every major submarine duty station: Bangor, WA: Maynard's: It's the most wonderful time of the year! And it starts with Maynard's Christmas Eve Dinner. Enjoy a classic honey-roasted ham dinner complete [...]
Every duty station has a reputation, this we know. Groton is "rotten" and Norfolk has bad traffic and crime. Bangor is dark and depressing. So, you just got orders to Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. You might be feeling anxious because it seems whenever this duty station is brought up, the majority of spouses speak [...]
As a military family it can be daunting to learn a new city (or region of the United States) every 2-3 years. One aspect to a PCS we haven't addressed is grocery stores. While most military bases offer a commissary, they all can't be treated equal. And even if you split your shopping between stores, [...]
If you are like me, 2.5 years ago when the detailer called to tell my spouse he was going to Millington for shore tour, I had no idea where Millington, TN was. On an initial google search, Millington appeared to be your typical small, southern town. Millington is home to Naval Support Activity Mid-South (NSA [...]
During my time as a Navy spouse so far I’ve had the opportunity to meet new friends in each duty station we’ve been in. These friends quickly became like family as important milestones in life presented themselves. Whether it be a baby shower, new dolphins, an FRG holiday party or a hail and farewell, there was always [...]
Independence Day is a little over a week away! For many duty stations, this is the first year 4th of July festivities, parades and celebrations are back since the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a list to get you started: Bangor, WA: Celebrate the 4th early at the Bremerton Bridge Blast this coming weekend, June 2th! [...]
Story submitted by Amanda D. Is it that time again? The daunting three letters that can stress most of us out (let’s be real, it stresses ALL of us out).... PCS time?!? Need to put your house on the market? Looking to buy in your new duty station? This post is for you! We have [...]
Sometimes the best laid dinner plans for an easy meal and night out include hitting up your local food trucks. The versatility in food trucks these days is pretty impressive and what better way to try out the local cuisine at your duty station? Whether you have recently PCS’d or have been around your station [...]
