As the spouse of an enlisted Marine raising five children in high-cost-of-living Southern California, I quickly learned that groceries were going to be a major part of our household budget. On our …
Health & Wellness
Choosing My Mental Health
Early in my marriage to my Marine, I was given advice to always “keep a stiff upper lip” no matter what challenges we faced. In hindsight, I realize that was unsustainable advice …
When a Military Friend Is in Crisis
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 …
The Importance of Quality Sleep
We all know how important sleep is. You don’t need me to spell it out for you. But it is fascinating how the subject of sleep went from zero to everywhere overnight. …
Is the Self-Care Convo Missing Something Big?
Self-care is a huge phenomenon that has taken over like wildfire for the past decade. Doing a quick Instagram hashtag search of #selfcare shows 69 million hashtags. It is no secret that …
No Screens Challenge
For a few reasons, over the last couple of years, I’ve challenged myself to a “no screens November,” taking a strict break from mindlessly scrolling social media and binge-watching television. I thought …
