Only recently can I finally say I am getting back into a place where I’m enjoying motherhood. The last year and a half since our second child was born has been a …
Topic: Managing Stress
No Screens Challenge
For a few reasons, over the last couple of years, I’ve challenged myself to a “no screens November,” taking a strict break from mindlessly scrolling social media and binge-watching television. I thought …
The Last Order
Even a salty Marine Corps spouse can still be a little naïve. I thought writing a blog on accepting our last orders a few months before our upcoming PCS would not only …
Make Change, Not Noise
Social media became impossible to ignore while living OCONUS. Everything from spouse club invites to base-wide announcements came through Facebook. Arguably even more useful than either of those was the search function …
Finding the Small Joys in PCSing
When looking at the big picture of a PCS, wow there is a lot that makes a move happen! No matter if you’ve done it once or 10 times, PCSing is disruptive …
Starting New Routines During Deployment
During my Marine’s first deployment — while we were still dating — I learned how to play guitar. I started rollerblading. And I spent a semester abroad studying in Paris, France. It …