Life

Is Saying “Thank You for Your Service” Enough?

“Thank you for your service.” We hear it over and over again. Beyond Veterans Day, Armed Forces Day and similar… Read More

Historical Stereotypes: Where Crazy Military Spouse Expectations Come From

There are stereotypes that reference every aspect of a human’s entire existence: race, gender, sexual orientation, class status…you name it,… Read More

4 Famous Quotes to Beat a Deployment Funk

After our service members deploy, the initial emptiness of our home can seem almost loud in its presence. Even if… Read More

5 Reasons Military Spouses Should Love “Hamilton: An American Musical”

I know, I know, if you are a fellow lover of all things Hamilton you’re probably pre-judging the direction of… Read More

The Awful Sacrifice That Will Change Our Stars

I’m not selfish. It’s called a hustle, folks. While I’m writing this as a military spouse with a husband deployed… Read More

5 Stages of Grief when PCSing…and How to Overcome Them

Sometimes, a duty station works its way into your heart until it feels like home and you never want to… Read More

Follow These 6 Rules to Avoid the Draaaama on Facebook

Alright, it’s time to  talk about the elephant in the room: Facebook spouse pages. When I asked to write about… Read More

Adventures in PCSing Across the Country: Part 2

Check out Part 1 in Adventures in PCSing Across the Country HERE! At 0600 on Tuesday, May 30, 2017, we… Read More

Don’t Give Up the Ship

It’s the siren call of the Navy, the motto to which all sailors hold themselves accountable. The ship becomes your… Read More

5 Tips For Surviving the Duty Station You Hate

As your time is nearing an end at your current duty station and your rotation date is approaching, you are… Read More