Oh, the moments we are gifted in this unimaginably beautiful, lifelong endeavor as mamas! Our first nine months of motherhood are showered with celebration, happiness, presents and cookies (my favorite). The joyous …
Topic: Family
Deployment: Underwater Edition
When your spouse calls and says “Hey, so change of plans…,” you can probably feel the dread building up inside you. That’s exactly what happened to me as I was packing up …
Two Forms to Know: DD form 93 and the Family Care Plan
Sometimes adulting is hard. It’s taking a right to go to work instead of taking a left to go to the beach. It’s paying bills on time, cleaning the house because we …
Don’t Forget to Look Back
Military families regularly face unexpected life changes and challenges, like PCS moves, separation and so much more. In the moment it can seem overwhelming, like a mountain to climb or a storm …
Communication Is Key in Military Marriage
It’s no secret that communication is vital in marriage. When our lives revolve around long work hours, training schedules and deployments it’s easy for our connection with our spouses to get lost …
Vacation Discounts for Military Families
If you’re planning a getaway for your military family, you may be dreaming of somewhere fun and exotic. You’re likely also dreaming of a way to stretch your dollars so your family …