Housing first, then familiarizing myself with the area and getting everyone settled into the new home and schools. It is hard enough making this kind of move don't try to push yourself too hard. Since you are a nurse you shouldn't have any trouble getting a job with the base hospital. Doing that will make the next move easier because then you can contact the next base and have your job waiting on you. Good luck.

Where are you PCSing to?? If you are going overseas then housing is a major priority. You can't always get on post housing there. We found that having on post housing saved us money since we weren't paying rent or utilities. I would suggest talking to your husband's superior about groups for spouses. The best way to ensure your husband's climb up the ranks is to be noticed. The powers that be look for men and women who have spouses that are involved in the community and charity works. The key word is Volunteer work. I volunteered at the base animal shelter, library (they had a wonderful adult literacy program) and company bake sales. There was a lot more but you do what you can. If there is anything else I can help you with let me know.