The process of uprooting the family and planting new roots in a strange new location is replayed several times over the course of the average Salvation Army officer\'s career. Author Thomas Mc Williams and his wife were no exceptions to that reality. Over the years, they gained many valuable insights about helping their daughter cope with the trials and challenges that often crop up when farewell orders arrive. The author, with eloquent and heartfelt input from his daughter, shares about the challenges they faced and how they came to terms with them. He also offers his insights on navigating through the issues that are unique to families involved in Christian ministry.