As my two kids and I stood in the airport terminal, waiting for my husband to walk out of security, I had a wave of emotions that flushed over me. I felt …
A Peace-Filled Family
Wherever You Move, Taste Something New
There’s a running joke among military families that they joined the military to “see the world,” but the parts they ended up seeing were never on their wish list! This is partially …
Tips to Surviving Your First Week Post-PCS
We just finished getting ourselves settled in our new home here in Washington State, which marks our biggest move yet, and our fourth Army duty station. We are quickly realizing that each …
Remembering Where They Came From
When our kids were younger, I used to trail them with the camera — whether it was my “good” camera or my phone, it didn’t matter. Things kind of tapered off when …
Planning Now for the Holidays
We all know timing is everything in the military lifestyle, and the holidays are tricky for a lot of families because travel plans can go sideways even with the best preparations. Of …
The Best Summer Ever
Summer vacations offer military spouses a much needed break. As summer approaches, I find myself reminiscing about one of the most cherished memories of my life. Let me take you back to …
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