The “Expert Husband Badge” Challenge
By Louisa Brizendine Curry The Expert Husband Badge (EHB) is a special skills badge awarded to any United States Armed ...
Are You Tired of Fighting with Your Child?
Sponsored Parenting is one of the most rewarding contributions we make in this life. And it’s no secret that military ...
Serving From Your Heart
“Let’s go. We have to be there by 9 to start the prep for lunch,” I bellowed at my family. ...
Military Spouse Highlight: Joey Moehrholt
While the military as well as the American public have come a long way in recognizing the incredible contributions of ...
My Child, You Are Here for a Reason
By Major Marissa Cina “This is the best part of my day” my three-year old said with a sigh as ...
Cottage Cheese: A Snack Masterpiece
My Primary Care Provider and I have a witty script we exchange every time I see her: I detail her ...
The Secret Tip for Teen Drivers
I knew it was coming, but I wasn’t ready. I thought I was, but when I walked into the DMV ...
Helping Your Military Kid Reflect and Connect
In today's fast-paced world, fostering meaningful connections with our children can be challenging, especially in military families where frequent moves ...
Back to School on a Budget
As each child headed to college or tech school, I thought I was prepared. Mentally, I was ready, but emotionally, ...
Christian Writers Institute Expands with New Leadership and Free Course Offerings
In an exciting move to enhance accessibility and foster community among Christian writers, the Christian Writers Institute (CWI) has recently ...
My Grief Over Military Spouse Friendships
In military spouse life, there comes a moment when we need to challenge our perspectives, we need to hear through ...
Summer Fun on a Budget: Board Games to Combat Boredom
As summer heats up and the kids are home, keeping everyone entertained without breaking the bank can be a challenge. ...
A Few Ideas to Manage the Chaos (and Cost!) of Summer
By Crystal Bettenhausen-Bubulka, LCSW, MSG For many military families with school-aged children, summer equates to no school. Kids all around ...
Finding Meaning Beyond the Barracks
By Berlinda Castillo In a small military base town, nestled amidst rolling hills, lives Sarah, a military spouse and mother ...
What Do You Mean This is “Normal”?
By Lainey Crown The impact of military life can show up in some unique ways. You know that feeling when ...
The Snack Plate: The Ultimate Summer Snack Hack
Several years ago, I was wandering the aisles of the local Airman’s Attic when I saw an old, five-section, chip ...
Back to School *On a Budget*
As each child headed to college or tech school, I thought I was prepared. Mentally, I was ready, but emotionally, ...
Unleash Creativity and Beat Boredom: The Lego Escape Room Adventure
As summertime rolls in, military families are faced with the age-old dilemma: how to keep the kids entertained without breaking ...
