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 …
Making Your New House Feel Like Home
My husband recently asked me, “When will we be done with the furniture-building stage of life?” Since we were putting together a new bookshelf at the time, my answer was, “Apparently, not …
Tips for Selling Your Home with Young Children
This past Spring, we had quite the experience selling our first home. Not only was the market a bit unpredictable with fluctuating interest rates, but we came down with a violent stomach …
