It’s finally summer, and parents everywhere are breathing a sigh of relief that they no longer have to continue school and homework activities with their kids every day. COVID-19 isolation restrictions are …
Topic: Family
All Over
“All over” was a vague term in my pre-mother days, most often used as hyperbole. Now, “all over” was literal and I was looking at it. I was stunned when I saw …
A Letter to My Little One: Welcome to Army Life
To my little one, Welcome to the world. Your dad and I are over the moon about your arrival. I am so glad to know you will forever be a part of …
Youth Perspectives: Navigating COVID-19 as a MilKid
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt routines and cancel plans, we asked several Army National Guard teens to share their unique perspective on how their lives have been impacted and give …
Celebrate Your Strength, Military Spouses!
It takes a strong person to volunteer to fight for their country, but the family members who stand behind them have to be just as strong. Without a fireteam, a squad, or …
Ways to Keep Your Service Member Involved During Deployment
When my daughter was four weeks old, my husband left for a nine-month deployment. He left a tiny, fresh newborn learning how to be earth-side and will come home to a babbling, …