new job Archives - Friday Night Wives

6 Tips for Making this Move the Best (From a Wife Who’s Moved a Lot)

I pride myself in the fact that I can take care of everything, but sometimes it’s nice to know you don’t have to do it all; and it’s a great way to make memories with your friends and loved ones before you leave town.

Friendship, Journal

To the Wives in My Tribe from the New Wife on Staff: Thank You

Thank you for your support. In the midst of a lot of unknowns, you were there! You offered great advice and answered every question. Trust me, I had a lot of them. Your unwavering support to welcome and assist my family in this new time was a blessing.

Family, Friendship, Journal

No Matter How Many Times You Move, Starting Over is Always Hard

I am trying to acknowledge the daily victories, like my child made his first friend or I found a dentist that doesn’t have a 6 month wait. With each small victory, it gets a little easier.

Family, Friendship, Journal

Dear New School, It’s Me—The New Coach’s Wife

You don’t know me yet but you will! I’ll be the crazy blonde lady in the stands. The one who some days may look put together and other days … not so much.

Journal

Dear Coach’s Wife, It’ll Feel Like Home Soon Enough

But there is a difference between being familiar with a community and feeling at home isn’t there? Familiarity allows us a certain level of safety, but when we are at home we can rest.

Faith, Family, Journal

Dear Kids, A Reminder As We Pack Up Again

I hope you know in the depths of your soul that you will be okay wherever we go because we go together. We have been a part of a lot of different teams in your lifetime. But our family, this home team of five, will always be our first priority, our first love, and our home—no matter where it is.