Topic: Military Life

In the month of Veterans Day and Thanksgiving, it seems fitting to reflect on all I’m thankful for as the spouse of a retired veteran. My husband retired from the Marines a year ago, and it’s been a wild ride of adjusting to a new lifestyle in our “forever home.” There were many times throughout his two-decade career when I was frustrated or resentful of all the challenges the military brought to our lives. However, one year into retirement, I now have a fresh perspective and can appreciate some of the unique qualities of this military lifestyle.