Hi friends, If you’ve been here a long time, you may have noticed that this space has been quiet...really quiet. I haven’t posted regularly since 2021, and I want to take a moment to speak honestly about that. Life happened. In ways I didn’t plan for, didn’t anticipate, and couldn’t rush through. The years since 2021 have brought profound changes, including shifts in identity, relationships, health, and direction. There were seasons ... Read the Post...
Veterans Day: The Painful Reality Most Americans Never See
Every year on November 11, Americans pause to honor those who have served in the military. For many people, Veterans Day means flags, ceremonies, and saying “thank you for your service.” But for veterans themselves, the day often carries much deeper meaning. Veterans Day is not just about military service. It is about sacrifice. It is about honoring the people behind the uniform. For many veterans, service continues to shape our lives long ... Read the Post...
How to Ship Your POV Through the VPC: 2026 Military PCS Guide
If you've got OCONUS orders and need to know how to ship your POV through the VPC, you're in the right place. Let me break it all down for you ... the process, the paperwork, the prep, and what's actually changed heading into the 2026 PCS season. No fluff, just the real stuff. So what is the VPC? The VPC (Vehicle Processing Center) is where you drop off the one vehicle the military authorizes you to ship OCONUS. If you're thinking about ... Read the Post...
PCS Tips & Lessons Learned: What I Know Now After Years of Military Moves
It's no secret that military families move A LOT. My family has averaged a new duty station every three years, and every single one of those moves over the last decade has been overseas or coming back from overseas. If you think a stateside PCS is stressful, try packing up your entire life and moving it across an ocean on a timeline you didn't choose. I won't sugarcoat it. I've cried in a half-packed kitchen. I've watched my kids say goodbye ... Read the Post...