Life
Luck of the Military Spouse: 10 Things We Call “Lucky” (But Totally Aren’t)
Every March, someone says it. “You’re so lucky you got that duty station.”“You’re lucky childcare worked out.”“You’re lucky your spouse… Read More
From Addiction to Influence: How Jacob “JJ” Howland Is Using Wrestling to Help Veterans and Youth Stay in the Fight
In a culture where strength is often mistaken for silence, Jacob “JJ” Howland is choosing something different. He’s choosing to… Read More
The Emotional Timeline of Deployment No One Talks About
Spring in military life doesn’t always mean flowers. Sometimes it means orders. If a deployment is coming, there’s an emotional… Read More
What’s Real: Meet Bree Carroll
Meet Columnist Bree Carroll Growing up doesn’t come with a briefing packet. Do you ever find yourself wondering what you’re… Read More
Strength Isn’t a Straight Line
Strength isn’t loud. It’s a thousand quiet choices. When people hear the words military spouse, they often picture strength. But… Read More
From Ministry to Wrestling Mats: Finding Purpose After Military Retirement
You don’t always lose your calling. Sometimes it just changes arenas. Guys. It is good to be back. Truly —… Read More
The Smells of Military Life (That Somehow Feel Like Home)
If Military Life Had a Scent, It Would Be…from base housing air to coffee-fueled mornings, these are the scents that… Read More
After Action Report: Military Retirement and the Truth No One Warns You About
Meet Megan Brown — A Reintroduction You can outrun grief for a while. You cannot avoid it forever. For nearly… Read More
Spring Cleaning…But Make It PCS-Ready
Spring cleaning hits different when you live the military lifestyle. For civilians, it’s about fresh starts.For military families, it’s about… Read More
Making Any Duty Station Feel Like Home (Even When You Hate It at First)
Let’s be honest—some duty stations do not inspire immediate affection. Sometimes you arrive excited. Sometimes you arrive deeply skeptical. Either… Read More