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Life As Navy Military Family

Navy Events and How I Survive Them

December 12, 2018 by MomJonz

A few weeks ago, we attended a Navy event.  Hubby told me about this weeks in advance, but it went in one ear and out the other.  Nope, didn’t even write it on my calendar.  He mentioned it a couple of days beforehand. And yes, I tried to get out of it.  And of course, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Life, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: Military Life, Navy Spouse, Navy Wife

Medal Of Honor Documentary D.C. Red Carpet Event

November 20, 2018 by MomJonz

We moved to D.C. with me kicking and screaming because I didn’t want to leave Hawaii.  One of my good friends told me to think about the bright side of the move.  Hmmmm….bright side of leaving beautiful weather year round to move to D.C. where it’s cold in the winter?  Girl, no!  She said, “I … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Life, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: DC Events, Military Life, Military Spouse, Moving to DC

List of Veterans Day Discounts and Promotions

November 9, 2018 by MomJonz
Veterans Day - Gunnery Sergeant Sims

Veterans Day is November 11.  Veterans Day honors military personnel who have served in the United States Armed Forces.  It falls on a Sunday this year but will be observed by the government Monday, November 12.  Some school systems will be closed and others will open.  Our kids will be in school on Monday.  While they … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Life, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: Military Life, Military Spouse, Navy Spouse

A Fun Day At The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery

October 5, 2018 by MomJonz

One goal I set when we found out the family was moving to D.C. was to hit a site once a week or so.  Many times as military families we have big goals to explore our new home for the few years we are there, but then we realize we have things to do.  Things … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Life, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: Free Things To Do in Washington D.C., Museums In D.C., Things To Do In D.C.

12 Ways to Make your Winter PCS as Painless as Possible

September 24, 2018 by Guest
Plan early for your winter pcs

For many families, PCS season has come and gone, but for those preparing for a winter change of station, PCS season hasn’t even begun. With the potential for snow, ice, and frigid temperatures, a winter PCS can seem more daunting than mere mention of the words “polar vortex”. Don’t panic—while there are disadvantages to moving … [Read more…]

Posted in: Home, Life, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: Military Life, Military Spouse, Navy PCSing, Navy Spouse, PCSing

Here We Are Just Surviving A PCS From Hawaii

July 28, 2018 by MomJonz
Boarding our flight from Hawaii as we PCS back to the mainland

How are we surviving our latest PCS?  Boy oh boy.  It’s been the most interesting one for sure, but in a nutshell, we haven’t totally flipped our wigs yet.  We’ve been close, but everyone is still alive and functioning.  Every day I remind myself that we are just out here living and SURVIVING A PCS … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Family, Life, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: D.C. Living, Living In DMV, Military Life, Military Spouse, Navy PCSing, Navy Spouse

Carlos Flying The Friendly Skies With Delta Cargo

June 27, 2018 by MomJonz

So, we’ve left Hawaii and made it to our first stop safely.  One important task we had to do before leaving the island was to ship Carlos.  When you do an OCONUS (overseas PCS.  Yes, Hawaii is in the US, but it’s considered an overseas move for the military) PCS you must ship your pets to your … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Life, Life As Navy Military Family, The Adventures Of Carlos Tagged: Life With A Dog, Military Life, Navy PCSing, Navy Spouse

Why Do Many Military Families Move During The Summer

June 12, 2018 by MomJonz
PCSing during the summer

PCS season is here!  If you live anywhere near a military base, you see trucks with crates moving about almost daily.  Summer is a busy PCS time for military families all around the world.  Why do military families love PCSing during the summer? School is out!  It’s easier to transfer children during the summer months … [Read more…]

Posted in: Life, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: Military Life, Military Spouse, Navy Spouse

It’s That Time Of Year

May 16, 2018 by MomJonz
PCS Tips for military families

It’s that time of year for so many of us.  That’s right, PCS season.  Time to get up out of dodge!  Time to purge and pack your crap and go.  When I first became a Navy wife Facebook didn’t exist.  The only thing accessible in meeting others outside of your local friends was a thing … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Home, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: Empowering Women, Military Life, Military Spouse, Navy PCSing, Navy Spouse, PCS Tips

Summer Fun For Moms – You Deserve IT!

May 10, 2018 by MomJonz
Mom Fun This Summer

Photo by rawpixel on Unsplash What are you doing for YOU this summer?  School is almost out for the summer, and as parents, we plan camps and fun for our kiddos, but forget about ourselves.  Don’t overbook yourself with too many kid activities that you forget about yourself.  Trust me; you will kick yourself and be beyond annoyed … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: Parenting, Self Care, Self Care Tips Moms, summer fun, The real of parenting
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