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THE DASH
Insight, wisdom, lessons learned and everything in between to help you find the information you need for smoother transition between diplomatic assignments.


Pack the White Noise Machine, We're Moving with a Baby!
PCSing can be a daunting, challenging task. Add a baby or toddler and the process is intensified 10-fold.

Christine Lusk
6 min read


Two to Tango: Movers Tips for Pack Out
Improving your PCS could mean facing some tough love. We go over tips from the movers plus a UAB horror story told from the packers side.

Christine Lusk
3 min read


Yard Sale Season - Yes, it’s a Season!
Yard Sales are a useful way to get sorted for PCS and to earn some extra money for the unexpected expenses of a move.

Christine Lusk
3 min read


Planning Your Exit Strategy
Part of PCS transition is getting closure on this season of your life, and here are a few tips to get you through it.

Christine Lusk
4 min read


The ‘B’ Word
Can you create a budget when it is the last thing you ever want to do with your time?

Christine Lusk
3 min read


Riding the Financial Roller Coaster of PCS
Figuring out where the PCS money is going doesn't have to be scary, see our guest blogger's tips to get you prepared.

Christine Lusk
4 min read


Take the (Physical) Pain out of Traveling
Traveling can definitely be a pain, but you don’t have to be IN pain while you travel. Practical tips for traveling in comfort.

Christine Lusk
2 min read


Achieve Your Resolutions
Starting off the New Year comes with resolutions. I used to be fairly cynical about them until I started to reframe my thinking around...

Christine Lusk
3 min read


Consumables. It’s what’s for dinner!
Packing and moving foods overseas.

Christine Lusk
2 min read


Purging With/For Others
Preparing for a move and purging belongings with children.

Christine Lusk
3 min read


Purging When You Don’t Know Where To Start
How to purge clothing & household goods in preparation for a move.

Christine Lusk
2 min read
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