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