In our first month in New Orleans, a thunderstorm dumped eight inches of rain on us in a period of just a few hours. We had no idea how quickly this city …
Mission Ready: Natural Disaster Planning
Military Life
Army Boot Camp: An Introduction to Being an Army family
Army Basic Combat Training (BCT), or Boot Camp, is the first step of your loved one becoming a soldier. They will learn the standards and traditions of the Army as they are …
When I’ve Got It and When I Don’t
Military spouses (and kids and service members, for that matter) are taught to do more with less. We’re conditioned to hurry up and wait. We’re trained to sway with each disappointment, changed …
Military Balls: Pros and Cons
So, you’re a military spouse and thinking about going to a military ball. It can be daunting not to know where to start or how to get information. Below, I’ll give you …
Rangers (and Their Families) Lead the Way
For many soldiers in the Army, Ranger School is one of the toughest courses of all Army training. If your spouse, child, sibling or battle buddy is heading to Ranger School in …
I Now Pronounce You a Military Spouse
Congratulations! I hope you’ve popped the bubbly and are thrilled to start this new life. Whatever your vision is for the day, entering this new world starts with a wedding. Large or …
Blog Brigade
Bringing together the military spouse community through stories.
Navigating military life? You’re not alone. Blog Brigade brings you a range of experiences from those who’ve walked in your shoes. Connect now.
Write for Us
Share your experiences, stories and advice as a Blog Brigade contributor, and you’ll gain resume-worthy writing samples, a blogger badge, links back to your personal blog – and the knowledge that the military spouse community is a better place because you’re in it.
Learn MorePopular Posts
Blog Brigade In Your Inbox
Blog Brigade emails bring you the latest and greatest blog posts. Sign up today and get started!