Life
23 Honest Pros and Cons of Being in a Dual Military Marriage
This week I am at the end of the rope with my husband’s branch of service. You see, he’s about… Read More
Dear Civilian Best Friend
Dear Civilian Best Friend, There are no words to express my heart-felt thanks for being friends with my military child.… Read More
What are the Chances of an Army Reserve Deployment?
Shared from thenest.com Choosing to serve in the Army Reserves allows a person to serve her country while maintaining the… Read More
Top 10 Perks of Being an Army Spouse
Deployments, moving, nights in the field, hardship tours - there are lots of reasons to hate the Army. No one… Read More
My Plea To You, Fellow Military Spouse: Don’t Burn Your Bridges
It’s a small world…and the military village is even smaller. If you haven’t experienced it yet, at some point you’ll… Read More
I’m Not A Member Of A Spouse Club. Here’s Why.
I have a confession to make. I’m not a member of the Spouses’ Club, nor will I likely ever be.… Read More
4 Best Workouts For Burning the Most Calories Per Hour
Service members have busy schedules, so it can be challenging to carve out time enough to burn those calories. Most… Read More
This Airline Pet Policy May Ban Your Pet From the Air
Anyone who knows me can attest to my obsession with my dog, Boozer. I usually refer to him as my… Read More
From the Heart of a National Guard Spouse: We Are Strong, Too
I remember the exact words spoken to me by my husband’s grandmother like it was yesterday, “Melissa, are you sure you’re… Read More
Does Your Military Teen Have an Eating Disorder?
In military life, the word “normal” is just as foreign as the concept of being able to “plan” anything. In… Read More