As a military spouse, you probably have friends all over the country, and even all over the world. People move away, you move away, and while it is always so hard to say goodbye, this type of lifestyle allows you to have friends in many different places. With May being Military Spouse Appreciation month, now […]
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How to Stay in Touch With Milspouse Friends Who Have Moved
It happened again. You made a new milspo bestie and it’s time for them to PCS. Usually this happens right about the time you get comfortable and become good friends. Ugh. Sure, you knew it was coming. You hoped it might change, but still the orders came through. Being prepared, however, doesn’t mean it’s an […]
What Military Kids Say About PCS Moves
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on Task & Purpose. The summer months bring vacations and time off from school for kids. But military kids often have other things happening over the summer months such as saying goodbye to friends or moving across the country (or world) during a military move. Social media is full […]
On This Memorial Day
“It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived.” -George S. Patton. Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May each year. For a lot of the American population, this day has become the day that kicks off the summer season of […]
Here’s How to Talk to Your Kids About Memorial Day
I have a confession: When I was a child, Memorial Day meant two things to me: The beginning of summer and a big BBQ party at my parents’ friend’s house. When I got a little older, I learned that it meant something else: The date after which it is fashionably acceptable to wear white shoes. […]
5 Ways to Upgrade Your Home During Lockdown
You’re staying home, we’re staying home — everyone’s doing it. Even as states begin to relax laws about sheltering in place, we’ve not yet returned to our normal lives of remaining out and about. That, of course, means more time at home … and likely more time on our hands for projects. Making time for […]
A Knock at the Door
What happens when there is a knock at the Door? I met Luc in the summer when his brother invited us to travel with them to Norway. His brother was planning an amazing kayaking trip and we decided to take up the offer to see the world in a way we would likely never again […]
Why I Appreciate Other Military Spouses
I have 18 years of military spouse life under my belt. Yeah, you’d think I would be a pro by this point. Hmmm…..NEGATIVE. I learn something new about military life almost daily. But, I’ve survived because of all the wonderful military spouses I’ve met along the way. Hubby and I started Navy life fresh out […]