Embarking on the employment journey can be intimidating with a lot of surprising twists and turns. Perfecting your resume to best represent you doesn’t have to be one of them.
PCS & Relocation
MilSpouseFest kicks off new MSF Cast Series with PCS Tips and Tricks

The MilSpouseFest team started the new year right with the first ever MSF Cast on PCS Tips and Tricks. Presented by USAA, MSF Director Julie Shepard hosted an all-star panel to talk about the tools every spouse needs to have a successful PCS. Kellie Artis, COO of Millie, kicked off the discussion with early things […]
PCS and Theft: How movers ripped off my Ring

Violated. That’s the word that comes to mind when I think about my engagement ring in the hands of a criminal on our moving crew. Or on display at a slimy pawn shop somewhere. The ring was a symbol of love and loyalty. There was a time I could gaze into the shiny little diamonds […]
Celebrating Halloween After a PCS

Fall is underway and before we know it, Halloween will be peeking around the corner. From choosing costumes to stocking up on candy and pumpkin spice, it’s a holiday that’s only a few weeks away. However, if you’ve recently PCS’d – or are about to PCS – celebrating the end of October may not be […]
7 Ways for Military Spouses to Network Like Champs

If you’ve found yourself struggling with networking, what are your questions and concerns? If you’re a networking all-star, what advice would you give others?
4 Ways to Find a Good Renter for Your Home

Here are some tips to help get your place leased to a desirable tenant.
When Your Military Child Is the New Kid at School… Again

Editor’s note: This article was originally published in 2016! “I don’t know if I’ll like this school,” my daughter said in a quiet voice as we approached the building. “I don’t know a single person here,” she murmured. Then she gripped my hand a little tighter. Inwardly, I cringed, though on the outside I still […]
Advice for New Spouses Transitioning Into Military Life

It took me some time to transition into living as a military spouse, but like any meaningful change, I learned a lot. Hopefully it can help you as you familiarize yourself with military life, too.