We are fooling ourselves if we believe that the only baggage we carry from post to post is what we store in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of us. Emotional baggage has long been something to be ashamed of, because only a 'disturbed' or 'crazy' person was incapable of handling the challenges of life. The fact is emotional baggage serves a purpose, the hard part is learning how to turn it into tools for life and let go of the baggage itself.

When you're preparing for a PCS, it's easy to get caught up in the logistics—housing, schools, packing out—but it’s just as important to review your financial foundation. Balancing global transitions with long-term financial goals requires strategies that go beyond basic budgeting, setting you up for success no matter where you're headed next.

We all want the best for our kids. We go to great lengths to ensure they have what they need, want, and what will help them grow up someday

Food does more than sustain us—it shapes memories, relationships, and emotional well-being.

I'll be the first to admit that I'm not perfect at this self-care thing. There are still days when I fall into old habits.

Connection is so important. As adults, we crave being heard, seen, and feeling safe—just like our children. Finding your parenting village.

When we were planning our home leave between two tours we knew we wanted to take our kids on an extra special trip.

Learning how to talk about ourselves, to be proud of our strengths, and own our stories is a life skill at any age.

PCSing can be a daunting, challenging task. Add a baby or toddler and the process is intensified 10-fold.