Oh, the junk closet. Folks outside of the military tend to restrict their junk to a drawer, but we like to overachieve in the military community and dedicate closets — sometimes entire …
Unpacking the Keepsakes
Topic: Family
Celebrating the Big Things … Twice
For the longest time, making big memories when my sailor was not home was something I avoided. My mindset changed once my preteen voiced his disappointment about not celebrating important things because …
Joys and Pains of Making New Friends as a Parent
When my son was a toddler, I read about this fantastic parenting hack that would teach your child not to interrupt you while you were speaking with another adult. I was to …
Transitions for Military Pets
Our pets are members of our family. They bring us joy, comfort and companionship, and are integral parts of our lives. As a military spouse, the thing I stress most about when …
How to Talk to Your Kids About a Big Change
You’ve just learned that your military family is moving. Or you have a deployment in your future. There are so many questions buzzing in your mind. If you’re a parent, one of …
Military Resources, Perks and Benefits
If I had to use one word to describe military life it would be rich. By rich, I mean that we experience a full spectrum of unique experiences while being part of …
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