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Rebuilding Routines After the Holidays: Small Steps for Military Spouses

Written By Lizann LightfootPosted on Jan 6, 2026CategoriesMilitary Life
The holidays are over, the decorations are packed and January’s quiet may feel heavy. For military spouses, it’s not just the post-holiday slump; it’s also the stress of solo parenting, tight budgets …
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Staying Connected Through the Distance

Written By Sydney SmithPosted on Dec 16, 2025CategoriesDeployment
It goes without saying that staying connected to your spouse during separations takes effort on both parts. If you’re like me, and your love language is “quality time,” then you are in …
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Is There a Forever Home?

Written By Kristi StolzenbergPosted on Dec 11, 2025CategoriesMilitary Life
My husband and I bought our first house together right around the time Pinterest hit the scene — back when people had to invite you. I’d spend my downtime (something I had …
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Self-Care Strategies for Low-Stress Holidays

Written By Lizann LightfootPosted on Dec 9, 2025CategoriesHealth & Wellness
As the days grow shorter and holiday lights start twinkling on base, the season’s demands can sneak up fast — coordinating kids’ events, base gatherings, decorations and gift lists. For us in …
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Myths Debunked: Exploring WIC Benefits for Military Families

Written By Posted on Dec 2, 2025CategoriesHealth & Wellness
It’s no secret that life as a military family can be challenging. Deployments, field exercises, specialty schools, unpredictable work and frequent moves can make raising a family more difficult. Still, some are …
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Soaking up Sun Between PCS Orders

Written By Sydney SmithPosted on Sep 23, 2025CategoriesParenting
When the sun is out here in Washington State, we find ourselves outside most of the day every day. Since moving here from the South, we have learned how to embrace good …
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