It was all so foreign at first … the big sky, the miserable summers, the fields of bluebonnets. You weren’t so sure about this place. But now you stand here in Texas, …
Leaving a Place You Loved
Military Life
Living Clutter-Free
Accumulating a lifetime of stuff in our attic hasn’t happened to us yet — moving every couple years has kept the mass accumulation of stuff at bay. But as military spouses know, …
Summer Vacations Unique to Military Families
As summer approaches, families across the country are making plans for vacations, getaways and travel destinations. But for military families, the summer travel season looks a little different. Some of us are …
Embracing the Different Seasons of Military Life
My husband, a heavily seasoned Army brat and now slightly seasoned soldier, told me early on in our marriage to prepare for a life of seasons. Of course, all lives and marriages …
“Open When…” Letter Topics
In the world of modern communication, we are used to instant responses from those who are important to us. But there are times during a service member’s training or deployments when they …
Preparing for New Beginnings
January is traditionally a time for making plans, resolutions and revving into high gear for the new year ahead. For many of us, the holidays are a stressful time versus a restful …
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