Chuck,
You may want to do some checking. The last time we renewed Deb's ID they issued her an Indefinite one.Saves all the hassle. Hope all is well with you and Linda. Just living the good life of the rusty years.
For anyone in the Tidewater area, I recommend using the Fort Story PSD (not sure if that's what the Army calls it). We renewed my wife's card last year. It was a painless, walk in, no appointment, and not much of a wait.
I have used Coast Guard Base Portsmouth VA which requires an appointment and was really painless and quick. I have also used Naval Hospital Portsmouth VA. When I used the Hospital you could get an appointment but they did not require them when I used them. Neither were vary busy.