Life

2023 Basic Needs Allowance: What You Need to Know

Every year Congress passes legislation called the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). In late 2021, the NDAA for 2022 included… Read More

How Military Health Insurance Helped Me Through My Mental Mess

By Katie Dale As with much of life, there’s always room for improvement. However, regarding Tricare’s coverage for my years… Read More

Standing at the Crossroads Without a Map

A critical component of becoming an Eagle scout is map reading and orienteering. My son needed to go on a… Read More

Set Healthy Boundaries for Going “Home” During the Holidays

Military families don’t always have the option to travel home for the holidays. When they do, it can be a… Read More

Military Families Make Holiday Memories Around the World

When you’re stationed overseas, the holidays are an amazing time to immerse yourself in your new culture. After all, embracing… Read More

Holidays & Homecomings: How to Keep the Christmas Spirit Without Losing Your Mind

If the holiday season wasn’t insane enough with year-end programs, 5 million parties, and a million more purchases to make,… Read More

No Rank or Ribbon Can Define Your Military Spouse Life

By Laura Schofield Who wouldn’t want to look at a service member in dress uniform? It’s sharp. Iconic. military life… Read More

Healthy Holiday Eats & Treats

Don’t sacrifice healthy for deliciousness this holiday season when you can have both with these easy, low-carb recipes! Breakfast Bake… Read More

Don’t Give the Grinch an Inch of Your Holiday Time

By Rachelle Chapman When did you start seeing storefront Christmas decorations this year? For me, September. America is in holiday… Read More

Dear Military Spouse, I Know You Did Not Actually Know What You Were Getting Into

Dear Military Spouse,I know you did not actually know what you were getting into when you started this life of… Read More