With the September 30th shutdown deadline looming, we wanted to share resources in the event of a government shutdown. During times of uncertainity this causes significant stress on military spouses and our families. We hope these resources and links can provide some relief and answer any questions you may have: Government Shutdown Overview Please keep [...]
It's about that time for Khaki Ball season! After grueling weeks of physical, mental, and emotional tasks (more on that here), Khaki Ball is truly a way to commemorate and celebrate all the new chief petty officers. So whether you have never been to one or you just need a refresher, here are four things [...]
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 [...]
I don’t know about you, but the idea of going to the Military ID office makes me cringe; its almost equivalent to going to the DMV. As a military spouse, your dependent ID card is vital. The ID not only gives you access to base, it also acts as your health benefit card through TRICARE, [...]
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 [...]
We asked this question in 2020, and y'all delivered. So we thought we'd ask again! Whether your sailor is on duty or underway for weeks at a time, a great distraction can be finding a new TV show to binge. Here's 75 suggestions from other submarine spouses: Amazon Prime Call The Midwife Marvelous Ms. Maisel [...]
Without a doubt, one of the hardest parts about being a submarine spouse is the extended (and usually irregular) underways. Whether they're gone for three weeks here, two months there, or a full-blown seven month deployment, it's all hard. Is it just me or do the chaotic underways sometime feel harder? We have some great [...]
If you're so lucky to experience it, shore duty (or a common freudian slip short duty), is a blessed period of time when your sailor has a job (you guessed it) on shore. Depending on the role, they likely are not experiencing any underways or extended periods away from home. Shore tours can last as [...]
Depending where you’re stationed, the Submarine Birthday Ball (Sub Ball) is coming up in the next month or two. You may have your attire planned for the evening. Or maybe you’re like me and procrastinate because you can never decide what you want to wear this year. We are here for you! Spouses shared their favorite online and [...]
