This Father’s Day, instead of getting caught up in all the commercialism, I’m hoping to get caught up in some good conversations. Sometimes I think we rush through life without taking the …
Lessons from Dad
The Uniform We Wear: A Letter From One Military Spouse to Another
Dear Military Spouse, You are doing a great job. It took me a long time to figure out those words … the words I longed to hear on my hardest days. I …
Gone Hiking
As summer dawns, it’s the perfect time to plan out some family time. Quality versus quantity is more than likely your go-to as a military family, and hiking is a great activity …
Why We Chose a PPM/ DITY Move
Last year, we completed our third successful Personally Procured Move. Formerly called a Do-It-Yourself, this is when you get PCS orders and, instead of using the military moving company, you take responsibility …
Don’t Forget Military Spouse Appreciation Day
When I entered the military culture, I was inspired to learn the diverse stories of military spouses. I met entrepreneurs, students, professionals, mothers, fathers and spouses from dual-service couples. I heard about …
How Has the Pandemic Impacted You?
Sometimes I find it hard to believe that we are amid a global pandemic, primarily because it has been a year and now this seems like the “new normal.” Last February, I …
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