I am a military spouse, and one thing, and only one thing, is constant. Just when you get comfortable with where you live, it’s time to go. We’ve been here for more than 2 years now, and a routine has emerged. I know where the best places to eat, exercise,…
Month: August 2020
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Life in the Midwest: 17 Things to Know Before You PCS to Ft Riley
I admit I didn’t know much about Ft Riley or Manhattan, Kansas before we arrived. This post focuses specifically on the important things you should know about living on or near Ft Riley before you come here. Fact, opinion, or observation, here are 17 Things to Know Before You PCS…
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Tips for Traveling with your Soldier for Fun
I recently read an article about the benefits of couples traveling together. It listed 18 ways that travel could enhance your relationship. And I thought, what a load of BS. It was so sweet and sappily romantic, but when is traveling with the person, you love really like that? Let’s…
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The Best Practical Travel Tips When Things Go Wrong
This post is how to handle the mishaps, mistakes, and missed connections that inevitably happen when you travel. Read all about how to Turn Travel Problems Into Travel Opportunities for a more personalized travel experience. Here are 5 Practical travel tips that help frequent travelers take advantage of the times when travel goes wrong.
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How to be a Military Dependent in Name Only
How to be a Military Dependent in Name Only I love my life, my family, and my husband. But it occurred to me that I had lost something significant to me. I lost myself– I abandoned my independence when I married into the military. I want– no, I need to…
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How to Make Travel Fun for Military Kids
How to Make Travel Fun for Military Kids Whether it’s a day trip, a PCS abroad, or somewhere in between, the military creates opportunities to travel. And if you have kids, that means you’ll be able to create long-lasting memories together in a way few others get. But can you…