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Celebrating the Big Things … Twice

Written By Tanecia FavorsPosted on Jul 25, 2023CategoriesMilitary Life
For the longest time, making big memories when my sailor was not home was something I avoided. My mindset changed once my preteen voiced his disappointment about not celebrating important things because …
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Tips for a Short-Notice PCS

Written By Lizann LightfootPosted on Jul 18, 2023CategoriesMoving
During one crazy week of military life, my husband’s PCS orders were revised on short notice. Instead of remaining at our base for the next three years, as he was originally told, …
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Joys and Pains of Making New Friends as a Parent

Written By Kristi StolzenbergPosted on Jul 11, 2023CategoriesRelationships
When my son was a toddler, I read about this fantastic parenting hack that would teach your child not to interrupt you while you were speaking with another adult. I was to …
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Transitions for Military Pets

Written By Posted on Jul 5, 2023CategoriesMoving
Our pets are members of our family. They bring us joy, comfort and companionship, and are integral parts of our lives. As a military spouse, the thing I stress most about when …
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When a Military Friend Is in Crisis

Written By Posted on Jun 27, 2023CategoriesHealth & Wellness
Military life is adventurous, enriching and is something to be proud of. This journey also comes with many stressors. When my husband was deployed, many of his colleagues reached out to me …
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How to Talk to Your Kids About a Big Change

Written By Lizann LightfootPosted on Jun 20, 2023CategoriesMoving
You’ve just learned that your military family is moving. Or you have a deployment in your future. There are so many questions buzzing in your mind. If you’re a parent, one of …
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Lizann’s son standing in front of the moving boxes packed away in the moving truck
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