When I became a military spouse, I knew there would be days and nights spent alone, especially when my service member was deployed. We had already spent many major holidays apart, so …
Topic: Self-Care
Grace: The Ultimate Act of Self-Care
For the longest time, when I would describe myself, it always went in the same order. I am a mother, a wife and lastly a woman. Each one of these descriptors has …
MilSpouse Life Lessons
Y’all ever looked at your life and realized it’s totally different from what you imagined it would be as a child? That’s me, with this MilSpouse life. It has taught me things …
Plugging In and Giving Back
During our time in the Washington, D.C., area, I practiced the power of saying “no.” Those three years were a time for me to focus on myself and my career, including going …
When the Deployment Countdown is Taking Forever
Deployment can feel like a roller coaster with many emotional ups and downs. When you finally hit the halfway mark, it’s a celebration. Yay — you made it halfway! The next moment, …
Finding Hope When Military Life Feels Dreary
There are days when military life feels overwhelming. Maybe you are living in a difficult location, your service member has a challenging job right now, or you are dreading an upcoming move. …