Mommandants Moments

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about Julie's upcoming PCS across country, fears and concerns, types of military moves, and resources that can be helpful as you transition from one duty station to another! Follow us on the next leg of our journey! 

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about the troubles of trying to maintain a career while being a military spouse. It's so difficult to move every few years and keep relevancy in the job world -- and this struggle isn't just YOURS! It's ALL of us! Whether you have a college degree, or an eternity of experience, we're ALL feeling the sting of trying to start all over again wherever we move. Stay tuned with us while we discuss remote jobs, MLMs, and doing the "etsy-thing" while we navigate the current of PCS mil-spouse life.

In this episode, Julie talks about her most recent news, updates, and exciting announcements.... and sets fire to a bridge as she prepares to PCS to their new Duty Station! Stay tuned and follow along this week as we work through some of Julie's concerns and hearsay-advice from the command!

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about the times you find yourself yelling "It's Not Fair!" Being a military spouse comes with a host of challenges, and so often, we find ourselves questioning the needs of the military being a priority over the needs of the family. This episode is a commiseration episode to remind you that you are NOT alone and we're all right there with you, yelling the same thing! 

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about the challenges of moving with pets, and the challenges in living in military housing when pets are above and below you! Join us every two weeks when we launch a new podcast about life as a military spouse!

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about the tendency to burn the bridges and relationships you've built when you know you're PCS-ing to a new duty station. Sometimes you may not even be aware you're starting to distance yourself from your friends and loved ones, and it's a defense mechanism we sometimes use when we don't want to get hurt when we leave. This episode is your reminder that the relationships you've spent a tour building are just as important as the ones you're going to build at your next tour - so don't burn (or grenade!) that bridge just yet! Listen in!

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie start out talking about different types of personalities within the Coast Guard community, and eventually get derailed and start talking about completely unrelated topics. Stay with us today, Christmas day, as we share some laughs and hopefully tickle your funny bone, too!

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie sit down with Caroline, the Ombudsman for TRACEN Cape May, as well as FOUR other commands! We learn a little about what it takes to be an Ombudsman, the DOs and DONTs about going to your Ombudsman with issues, and what she REALLY wants YOU to know! Stay tuned and listen up! Caroline is IN THE HOUSE!

We've been talking for 10 episodes now, so it's probably time we meet! This episode gives you a little glimpse into who WE ARE! Julie and Stephanie, as people and not just military spouses or moms, and our insecurities, our personality flaws, and the stuff we love, too!

This episode is Part 2 of a 2 part series talking about the hard truth: not everything is easy. You can't just smile the pain and difficulty away when you are not in a good head space. We need to make normal talking about the gritty feelings of sadness, loneliness, depression, and how to stay an active person in your marriage and friendships. Julie and Stephanie open the box of what topics feel like they are off limits being a military spouse, and how we can get to a point where we can make these tough topics a part of a growth and transition in our lives so we can move forward in a healthy manner. 

This episode is Part 1 of a 2 part series talking about the hard truth: not everything is easy. You can't just smile the pain and difficulty away when you are not in a good head space. We need to make normal talking about the gritty feelings of sadness, loneliness, depression, and how to stay an active person in your marriage and friendships. Julie and Stephanie open the box of what topics feel like they are off limits being a military spouse, and how we can get to a point where we can make these tough topics a part of a growth and transition in our lives so we can move forward in a healthy manner. 

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about our experiences with Spouses Clubs, and how some have left a sour taste in our mouths. BUT, not all Spouses Clubs are bad! Some offer a sanctuary for spouses, and a safe place to explore new interests and friendships. What is your experience with Spouses Clubs? Have you been burned, or do you love the camaraderie? Let us know! 

This episode, Julie and Stephanie discuss how to be a tourist in your new city -- taking a vacation at your new duty station! It's so easy to put off having fun when you get into the mindset of being at the same location for four years, but it's so important to stop and take the time to be a tourist everywhere you go! Being a tourist is good for your mental health, as well as the mental health of your family, and it helps break up the monotony of everyday stress and life. Here are a few tools Julie and Stephanie use to break up the monotony at each new duty station they are assigned, and how they force the time into their schedules to take a Station Vacation!

This week Julie and Stephanie talk about THAT dreaded time of year when we ALL have to be on diets because our spouses have WEIGH INS next month! Just because it's that time of the year for ONE, why does it need to be that way for ALL? Commiserate with us as we talk about chicken, and when we know our spouses are HANGRY!

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about Dream Sheets! There's a little hope, a little fear, a lot of opportunity, and a lot of anxiety! Julie discusses her and John's submitted Dream Sheet for this next rotation, and Stephanie talks about how fear can turn into positivity! Join us this week and let us know your Dream Sheet story!

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about violating OPSEC, and ask "Have you been that guy? The guy who got the ship rerouted because you broke OPSEC rules?"We tackle the topic about in-laws, social media, and how scary it is to be a military spouse in an ever changing and scary world.Have YOU been the guy who re-routed the boat?What's your craziest OPSEC Breach story?Tell us about it!www.MommandantsMoments.com#mommandantsmoments@mommandantsmoments

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about the struggles our kids (and WE) face as move to new Duty Stations and head back to school. From struggling to keep up with ever changing curriculum, to being the new kid in a new school, to even home-school challenges, Julie and Stephanie tackle it all!What challenges do you face at back to school time?What have you encountered as your kids go from school to school?Let us know!www.MommandantsMoments.com#mommandantsmoments@mommandantsmoments

In this episode, Julie and Stephanie talk about when you meet someone new who wears the rank of their military member like a badge of honor. We believe that military spouses should never wear the rank of their military member, and we've both been in situations where it was awkward and uncomfortable because someone was wearing rank. Whether you are the spouse of an enlisted member or officer, we feel like it doesn't matter who your spouse is or what rank they are, we can all be friends and be cool and normal around each other. There doesn't need to be separation amongst military spouses because one person is the spouse of an enlisted member and someone else is the spouse of an officer. Have you ever encountered someone who wore their husband/wife's rank? How did it make you feel? Join us this episode where we discuss:I don't wear rankSpouses shouldn't wear rankYou can sit with usAnd tell us what you think!www.MommandantsMoments.comPinterest/Facebook/Insta: @mommandantsmoments#mommandantsmoments