How long have you lived at your current installation?Long enough to know what’s going on? I’m always surprised with all of the activities and events available on our installations, and how many people don’t know about them. One easy way to start getting information is to “like” your local installation’s Facebook page. The Public Affairs […]
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Comfortable Being Alone
Do you often find yourself alone? In this military lifestyle, it sometimes feels like we are left on our own more often than we are actually with our spouses. It can be tough to deal with. We miss them. We are left to handle the realities of day to day life all on our own. […]
Bedtime Routines As An Adult
Do you have a bedtime routine? I know many parents have one for their kids, but what about your bedtime routine as an adult? Hubby and I have a set bedtime and bedtime routine. I head up to the room around 8:15/8:30 p.m. every night after repeating myself, reminding the kids of their chores and […]
Purge Before a PCS
How does it make you feel when you have to purge before a PCS? It’s everyone’s dream to have an easy, mess-free PCS … yet we all know that’s rarely the case. Items are lost or broken, dates never match up to when movers are supposed to arise, there’s a delay in getting your new […]
Using a Journal in Your Military Spouse Life
Life is stressful, but the military life even more so. It is possible you have heard people talk about using journaling as a form of stress relief. Use a journal to write out your feelings and to deal with them. Visualizing how you feel, can often help you to work through those emotions and move […]
Have You Been Talked Down to As a Milspo?
What’s your worst “dependa” moment? Common general stereotype: military wives are dependant, out for discounts, and young/educated. No, not everyone sees us that way, but it’s a mindset that lives deep, whether or not others realize it. It causes off-handed comments, glares, and an overall attitude of “This military discount isn’t for you.” My worst […]
New Year, New You! Setting Boundaries and Sticking to Them
Happy New YEAR! Can you believe it’s 2020 already? Did the year fly by for you? It sure did for me. Every new year, we set goals. One of my goals is to set boundaries and sticking to them. A couple of weeks ago, hubby and I were talking about a few of our 2019 […]
Planner Tips That Actually Make Planning Fun
Do you keep a planner? With the growing popularity of dot grid journaling, scrapbooking, and high-end office supplies, keeping a family planner is no longer just about scheduling. It’s now about paper elegance and help keeping us all sane (and hopefully on time.) I’m a BIG sucker for a good set of pens and a […]