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 [...]
What is the most difficult task you undertake when settling at a new duty station? For me, it is finding my new everything. A new grocery store, hair salon, yoga studio and a place to enjoy a special night out. I am a very routine person so it is necessary for my mental health to quickly [...]
What is the most difficult task you undertake when settling at a new duty station? For me, it is finding my new everything. A new grocery store, hair salon, yoga studio and a place to enjoy a special night out. I am a very routine person so it is necessary for my mental health to [...]
June, the Great Outdoors month, “beckons us to get outside.” There is no better way to explore the great outdoors than camping. Camper and RV travel have become increasingly popular during the pandemic. My family followed suit and purchased a travel trailer to explore the area. It has become our home away from home. In Millington [...]
Your orders say "NSA Mid-South Millington, TN." You check out the spouses page and there are 15 different areas suggested to live in. How do you choose? First question to ask yourself: do we want to rent or buy? The rental market is competitive and often limited in this area so buying a home may [...]
