Relationships

Spaghetti Day: A “No-Excuses” Tradition

For the past 8 years or so, my military family has eaten spaghetti every single Wednesday night. My Marine, our… Read More

Real Talk: Military Marriage After the First 5 Years

In Collaboration with Marriage.com Well, this has been a ride, let me tell you. The second deployment in 3 years… Read More

What Military Life *Honestly* Looks Like at Christmas Time

cover pc: Julie Pease Featured on the 2016 December cover of Military Spouse Magazine is a beautifully idyllic scene taken by an… Read More

Married But Living the Role of a Single Mother

“Is today Saturday?” I asked myself as I laid in my small twin bed and gazed at the mirror with… Read More

7 Ways To Help Your Child Succeed At School

You are able to help shape your kids into well-educated people. A main problem for many parents is that they do… Read More

Don’t Let Your Love for Holiday Food Overshadow Your Love For Those Cooking It

How to stay connected when it’s NOT a major holiday. I remember trips to my grandmother’s house as a kid.… Read More

5 Ways to Teach Your Kids Gratitude So You Don’t Raise Ungrateful Military Brats

I’m not gonna give you a big spiel on this. As hard as we work to provide for our kids,… Read More

Why You Should Always Go Home for the Holidays

It's a discussion on military spouse boards every year - going home for the holidays. Some people are quick to say,… Read More

Yes, Your Relationships CAN Survive Political Conversations

“There are two topics you should never discuss with friends or family: Religion and Politics.” This was the advice my… Read More

3 Reasons Why My Military Marriage Makes Me a Better Person

Shared on Marriage.com Here’s a Jeopardy factoid for you (you can thank me later): Over time and under intense heat… Read More