I have to admit something: despite its beautiful 80 ° days, I am having a hard time warming up to Hawaii. As a New England native, and having just spent five years stationed in Groton, CT, my body is keenly aware that something is missing. I miss the cool fall days; throwing on squishy slippers [...]
In this week's edition of "Military Spouse Small Business," meet Kristin Royster! As owner of Set Sail by Kristin, she has taken her love of the nautical, beach life and turned it into beautiful jewerly and home decor. To learn more, read our Q&A below: Name: Kristin Royster Hometown: Orange County, CA (but I consider Hawaii [...]
I’m about to have my second baby. To prepare, my husband and I recently went through our budget. Making room in our budget to become a family of 4 has been overwhelming! I definitely underestimated the amount of things we would need for a second baby and how much it would cost. Then I remembered [...]
Moving is hard enough, now add pregnancy. I have had the pleasure of PCS'ing in the first trimester of my first pregnancy and the third trimester of my second pregnancy. Both were quite a journey for different reasons. Here are a few recommendations I have for anyone heading into the same experience: Ask for help! [...]
In this week's installment of Military Small Business, we're excited to feature Changing Coasts Designs. A true family business, the team designs and engraves custom pieces of all varieties, from custom coin racks and promotion plaques to puzzles and home decor. Read more below! Names: Michael & Mary Feulner (owners), Sarah Rivera (daughter/designer) Hometown: Averill [...]
We’re pleased to shine a light on KRAFTiBEE this week, owned by Stephanie Caruthers who just recently PCS’d to Panama City, FL from Guam. Having attended one of her private parties for an FRG event, I can personally vouch for the amazing quality of home decor you’ll walk away with. The best part is - [...]
This week we’d like to highlight a non-profit serving the greater New London, Connecticut area. Loving Hands of Southeastern Connecticut was cofounded by a submarine spouse and another local member of the New London comunity whose hearts are dedicated to helping those who are less fortunate. We all fall on hard times in one way [...]
As newly-christened Navy spouses, it didn’t take long to realize the resources we needed weren’t as readily available… and so The Submerged Life was born. We wanted to launch this blog to help connect submarine spouses around the world, as we help each other navigate this crazy life. Over the last two years we've also [...]
Recently PCS'd to Hawaii and need family pictures? Taking a trip to Hawaii and want to capture special moments? Ashleigh of Following Seas Photography is professional, incredibly easy to work with, and excellent with children. My family was lucky enough to have her capture our family celebration. She was patient with my small kiddos and wonderful [...]
