Life

5 Things Military Spouse Minimalists Know

I first watched the documentary Minimalism when it was released on Netflix in 2015. The simplicity of the minimalist lifestyle… Read More

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… Read More

National Adoption Month: 3 Things NOT to say to Adoptive Parents

National Adoption Day began in November of 2000 with the collective partnership of the Danny Thomas Foundation, The Freddie Mac… Read More

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… Read More

Soul Survivor Outdoors: A Radical Approach to Wellness for Active-Duty Service Members

In the heart of every warrior lies the unyielding spirit of toughness, but even the bravest hearts need nourishment. Enter… Read More

The Brick Fix: How Lego Bricks Built Up Our Family

Life in the military can be both challenging and unpredictable. For our family, it brought not one but two back-to-back… Read More

To the Spouse That Feels Like They Are Not Enough

Military spouses are some of the most independent, self-sufficient individuals that exist. We have to be. Life demands things of… Read More

Military Families Deserve Better: Examining Military Spouse Unemployment

By Mark Steffe, President/CEO of First Command Financial Services, Inc. Raising a family is more expensive than ever. Between rising food… Read More

Instagram Resources for Autism, Speech Delay, and Sensory Supporting Families

In 2021, my son was diagnosed as autistic, and while this didn’t come as a shock to us, the amount… Read More

The Power of Personal Growth: Thinking Big to Create a Ripple of Giving Back

When it comes to giving back, many of us believe that small acts of kindness and volunteering are the only… Read More