There’s something — well, probably a lot of things — about the fall season that makes everyone giddy for cozy comfort at home, including those of us living in military housing. Although …
Fall Decorating Tips for Military Housing
Military Life
Now and Then: The Shift in Military Spouse Culture
Having teenagers is a great way to make sure we’re reminded daily that we are old. I often tell my kids what life was like before the internet, that phones used to …
Leaving a Lifestyle, Not a Job
On a drive to a spouse event, with a back seat full of babysitters (my tween daughter and a couple of her friends), I overheard them playing an exhilarating round of “What’s …
A Season for Saying “No”
It’s easy to arrive at a new duty station and feel so overwhelmed by your suddenly empty calendar full of free time. Suddenly, you’re without friends, connections or community — the pillars …
What I’ll Take With Me After Military Retirement
Early in our marriage, I recall folding laundry and wondering why my husband had so many green boot socks. Not an excessive amount — just no two pairs the same. Who decided …
Summer Plans When You Don’t Feel Like Planning Leave
Military life often does not cooperate with your vacation plans. Sure, we would love to go on a cruise or visit that resort location. We can’t do it now because of a …
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