Back in April my husband, kids and I moved from Okinawa to Virginia. After a month visiting family we said our farewells and moved into the house we’re now renting. The house didn’t come with a washer or dryer so I found a good looking pair on a local Facebook yard sale page. They were … More 22 Cents: A Lesson in Dryer Safety
Let me start by saying I’ve always been a hot mess when it comes to driving to a place for the first time. I have a horrible sense of direction. If getting lost was a job I would be the CEO of the company. When we arrived on island, Marines in my husband’s new unit … More The Fast and the Furious…Okinawa Style
My move to Okinawa? Well, I was not mentally prepared… at all. I like to consider myself a fairly organized person. That being said, there are many steps involved in this military moving process, loads of pitstops along the way, and a tons of people you’ll have to meet with. At times it can be a … More Things to Know When PCSing to Okinawa
One of the things I did when finding out about the move, was talked to everyone I knew who had been to this island. Here are some of the responses I received: The Love it– “We loved it. It’s safe. There’s so much to do with the kids. It’s beautiful. You should try scuba diving. … More Like it, Love it, Leave it
Do you remember what your family said when they found our you were moving to Okinawa? Think of that moment, and their reactions. Did they speak quickly? Or did they take some take time to think? Were they excited for you? Or did they wish you would stay? Maybe a little bit of both? In … More Words They Say
Well we’re here…in Japan…well Okinawa…this is real. Since we found out about the move I’ve had questions coming my way. How do you feel about the move? Are you ready for this? When do you leave? Where are you going to live? Do you know what its going to be like? For all these … More Our Arrival
I’m going to make this story short for two reasons. One: Most of you reading this have already been through the moving process. Two: Every branch of the military is different. So I don’t over load you with info that may not be useful in your situation. My Story: When learning we were moving to … More The Move
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