Purple Up Day: Let’s Wear Purple and Pink
April is the month of the Military Child. This year’s theme is “Military Youth and Children: Brave, Fearless, and Resilient.”...
One Foot in Front of The Other
What is your favorite season to take a walk? I have two dogs, so each and every day is a...
A Fellowship for Military Spouses: Challenge Yourself to Grow
Life in the military can be a bit of a challenge, mixed with a lot of excitement. As my children...
Supporting the Amazing American Red Cross
I achieved a milestone in January. I was sitting down reading a book on my Kindle when it happened. No...
National Craft Month: Confession of a Fabric Addict
I briskly enter to escape the cold; the colors stop me in my tracks. Brilliant teals, purples, blues, and gold...
A Day at the USO
During World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, Bob Hope was the face of the United Services...
Finding Your Central Perk Friends
As my daughters mourned the passing of Matthew Perry, I grieved Chandler Bing and realized how blessed I have been...
Tackle Tax Season Like a Pro
By Jennifer Wake, AFC Financial Education, Financial Readiness What are three of your favorite things in January? Mine are kids...
From Mother to Friend: When to Let Them Fly
The transition from mother and child to mother and adult can be a difficult process. It brings to mind a...
The Many Questions That Come With Each PCS
It always starts with my husband coming home and saying, “Let’s go sit out on the deck for a few...
Pack Rat Confession Time: It’s Time to Let Things Go
“Pack Rat” confession time. I have a hard time letting go of things. I keep things because they have memories...
Quilting a Life of Learning New Skills
As I sit working on presents for friends and family, I reflect on my quilting journey. My love of sewing...
What a Lizard Taught Me about Marital Communication
I grew up with dogs and lots of fish. When I was younger, I thought I wanted to be a...
‘Tis the Season For Identity Thieves
Christmas is coming, but now is the time to think about taxes. Taxes are due around April 15th. In recent...
Updating a Favorite Recipe This Year
By Jennifer Wake, Family Traditions, Special Needs Pumpkin. Apple. Pecan. Cherry. What is your favorite pie? When I was in...
Thanksgiving Traditions During PCS
By Jennifer Wake, Family Traditions, PCS “Mom, where are we going to eat Thanksgiving Dinner?” Each of our three children...
Always Learning About My Husband
During our pre-marriage counseling, we talked about kids, religion, work, finances, holidays, and more but not pets. A few months...
Confessions of a Recovering Packrat
Can I be honest? I am a recovering packrat. I come from a long line of packrats. One of my...
