Consultants on Base (Or Have Been) in Okinawa

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores personal experiences and insights regarding potential military relocations to Okinawa, New Orleans, Kansas City, and Camp LeJeune, particularly focusing on Okinawa as a choice for a Marine family with young children. Participants share anecdotes and thoughts on the various locations, highlighting aspects such as time differences and family suitability.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions their brother's upcoming promotion and potential move options, seeking insights from others.
  • Another participant notes that Erin, who is in Camp LeJeune, may provide useful information.
  • Several participants mention that Angie is currently in Okinawa and could share her experiences.
  • One participant, who has not lived in Okinawa but knows Marines who have, shares that those individuals enjoyed their time there.
  • Another participant reflects on the significant time difference of Okinawa, comparing it to their experience in Germany.
  • One participant shares that their sister had a positive experience during her two-year tour in Okinawa and misses it.
  • A participant with a military background emphasizes the unique experiences and camaraderie that come with overseas assignments.
  • Another participant expresses that they loved living in Okinawa for 7.5 years and believes it is great for families, especially with young children.
  • One participant suggests that the family should research and consider the benefits of an overseas assignment.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the suitability of Okinawa versus other locations, with some participants expressing positive experiences in Okinawa while others highlight challenges such as time differences. No clear consensus emerges on which location is best.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal anecdotes and experiences related to military relocations, particularly focusing on family dynamics and the impact of living overseas.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants and military families considering relocation options may find the shared experiences and insights relevant to their decision-making process.

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My brother the Marine is about to be promoted to Lt. Colonel. He just may be the one Marine who has never been out of the States! EVER! At times this has been a point of frustration for him. He has been in Yuma, San Diego, Washington State, the Pentagon, and right now, he is at Quantico. But with this promotion, of course comes a move, and his choices are:

Okinawa
New Orleans, LA
Kansas City, Missouri
Camp LeJeune, NC (sp?)

I just got an email from SIL, asking everyone for any ideas or thoughts they had on these different locations - because if they want to have any say in it they need to put in the request by next week. I knew I had Cheffer Buddies who might be able to give some info - so I'd like to hear what you have to say?

They have 3 young children 7, 5, and 2.
 
I believe Erin on here is in Camp LeJeune, NC. She may have some insight for you!
 
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janetupnorth said:
I believe Erin on here is in Camp LeJeune, NC. She may have some insight for you!
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I was thinking of Erin - because I think she has also been in Oki.....
 
Angie's in Oki, but I can't remember her username off the top of my head.
 
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And it's like 4am in Oki...so it may be a while before she sees this!
 
While I've never had any personal experience(DH is army)-I will say that I know several Marines who have been to Okinawa(they were all single) who enjoyed being there. I would suggest they do a little quick research on each area(I'm sure they will anyway) and decide what is best for them. The biggest issue of Okinawa is the time difference(or so I've heard) but after being in Germany and there being a 6 hour difference, I can definitely appreciate disliking a 13(I think it's 13) hour difference. HTH
 
She's angmillar. :) She's got an email address linked to her profile, so you can email her.
 
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AnnaPChef said:
While I've never had any personal experience(DH is army)-I will say that I know several Marines who have been to Okinawa(they were all single) who enjoyed being there. I would suggest they do a little quick research on each area(I'm sure they will anyway) and decide what is best for them. The biggest issue of Okinawa is the time difference(or so I've heard) but after being in Germany and there being a 6 hour difference, I can definitely appreciate disliking a 13(I think it's 13) hour difference. HTH
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They were actually hoping one of the choices would be Germany. They have been doing research - but they are not agreeing on a location (I don't know who wants what - just that they can't agree) and that is why they were looking for more anecdotal info/experiences.

Wow - I was thinking Okinawa was a 6 hr time difference! I didn't realize it was that much!
 
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chefann said:
She's angmillar. :) She's got an email address linked to her profile, so you can email her.
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Thanks Ann!
 
ChefBeckyD said:
They were actually hoping one of the choices would be Germany. They have been doing research - but they are not agreeing on a location (I don't know who wants what - just that they can't agree) and that is why they were looking for more anecdotal info/experiences.

Wow - I was thinking Okinawa was a 6 hr time difference! I didn't realize it was that much!
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I just checked and it is 1:03am there right now.
 
Yeah OKI is a big time difference. My sister just finished a 2 year tour there. She is single, but she loved it and misses it already. I think it is definatly an experience worth having.
 
I never had a tour in Japan....but if they've never been overseas, they should seriously consider taking that assignment. It can be an amazing experience. We grew up air force and while being the new kid was always the pits, my siblings and I all feel we are the better for it. (Having an overseas assignment literally opens the world to kids.)

From an adult perspective, there's a camaraderie among families overseas that's unique. I wouldn't trade my non-US tours for anything (Europe (3x), Latin America, and the Middle East).

Your SIL can also access the Pacific version of the Stars and Stripes on-line. Just google for it. She can read through current and past issues to get a feel for life 'over there'.

leggy
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We lived in Oki for 7.5 years and LOVED it! It is great for families! PLus your Brother's kids are the best age for it! At this point I would not go back because our next tour will be when my DS starts HS and I don't feel that it would be in his best interest to go to KubiSuki High (actually it is Kubisaki but you can tell how I feel.
As for Lejeune...the base is pretty, the housing on base is nice although somewhat strange with the layouts. The town itself sucks..IMO, but MANY people love it.

Oh what Leggy said about overseas tours..I totally agree. Have you SIL google Japan Update too.....

I told DH I would love to do a twilight tour overseas....you know right after we got here, we found out that a billet was open in Germany and they pulled some random guy who didn't want to go. We would have gone in a heartbeat!
 
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Thanks Erin and Leggy for that feedback - I passed it on to my sister!
 

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