This week Perry and Shannon interview with a Key Spouse to learn more about what resources are available to us when we need them most. Everything from recommendations to separation- there is someone there for you ..read more

Join us this week as Shannon recount everything she has learned about her time living in Japan so far. Lots of laughs at our own expense, and recalling fun memories! But before we get into all that, we do discuss our current lives and the tragedies in it. If you're not in a place to hear about depression, death and suicide, skip ahead about 16 minutes.   ..read more

Wow! We can't believe season 1 has already come to a close. Please join Perry and Shannon as they discuss their lessons learned and take-aways after their first successful season of podcasting. Bonus topics include adorable foster kittens and our inability to understand calendars.  Sources https://mobile.twitter.com/cmsaf_official/status/1397967778309627904?s=21&fbclid=IwAR0T-XQDylPBoF7Lk-ksqOrSPDosuWVRiT6cfg6MsNnYGwkQ8W7uX8CFvIQ ..read more

This week Shannon and Perry revisit the topic of true crime.  This week is very graphic and not for young ears.  References: Last Podcast on the Left: episode 362 & 364 Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer (Israel Keyes) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Israel_Keyes American Predator (book) https://www.alaskapublic.org/2012/12/04/police-release-detailed-account-of-koenig-murder/ https://www.biography.com/crime-figure/israel-keyes https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/solving-israel-keyes-murders/24/ https://deathpenalty.procon.org/states-with-the-death-penalty-and-states-with-death-penalt ..read more

This week Shannon and Perry poll the masses to determine which is best: living on or off base? Bonus topics include scaring small children, how to handle nasty neighbors, and a listener story ..read more

This week Perry and Shannon discuss the ever looming issue of money. As military spouses sometimes we don't get to contribute financially as we like, and it can cause big problems! So lets talk about some ways we've made it work for us! Perry will also include some of her favorite budgeting tips. Resources: https://www.divorcenet.com/resources/common-reasons-marriages-end.html https://www.militaryonesource.mil/financial-legal/tax-resource-center/preparing-filing-and-refunds/pcs-and-taxes-deducting-military-moving-expenses/#:~:text=Among%20the%20costs%20you%20can%20deduct%20as%20part%20of%20yo ..read more

This week Shannon and Perry share their experiences visiting Paris and how they REALLY felt about it.  ..read more

Did we bite off more than we can chew? In our very first 2 part episode we will talk about all the factors that go into a big PCS! We’ll count down the weeks with you while we share our experiences, lessons learned, and answer some of the questions that come up during this time. Bonus topics include irrational spouse anger, pink eyeshadow and the best way to scare the movers. Resources: https://www.military.com/pcs/pcs-checklists.html?fbclid=IwAR2S8fpUtAzoIjP5VGi68D1tDykIiQ9OFMb5xFFA4n4AElHTZZUnQN0U8EY ..read more

A found bonus episode from Perry and Shannon! Enjoy as we regale tales from our time living in Europe and traveling to Amsterdam.  ..read more

This week Perry and Shannon take a somber look at one of the least talked about mental health struggles new moms face. Join us to hear more about PPD how to spot the warning signs, and what it can look like if it escalates to Post Partum Psychosis. This episode may not be for everyone, listen at your own discretion.  TW: familicide, infanticide, homicide, child abuse, child neglect, suicide, depression, hospitalization Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrea_Yates https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1122575/ https://abc13.com/andrea-yates-rusty-george-parnham-clear-lake-t ..read more