Holidays
Simple Ways to Support Military Families During the Holidays
The holidays have a way of amplifying whatever season of life we’re in. If your home is full of laughter,… Read More
Surviving (and Even Enjoying) the Holidays Away From Home
The first year we spent the holidays away from home, I remember sitting in the quiet of our base housing… Read More
Operation GivingTuesdayMilitary Continues with a Christmas Take Over
The Inspire Up girls are at it again. This time, they brought a Christmas explosion to the Marines of Camp… Read More
When You Can’t Travel Home for the Holidays
One harsh truth I have learned about military life is that it isn’t always possible to go home for the… Read More
4 Holidays to Celebrate This Season Besides Christmas
The holiday season is here, and, for most of us, that means we are preparing for Christmas, and shortly after,… Read More
New Year’s Resolutions That Will Leave You Happier
New Year's resolutions are a huge part of our culture, but how successful are they? When we look at the… Read More
It’s Time to Trade In “Mental” Holiday Traditions for Seasonal Peace
It’s that time of year again. That time that is supposed to be filled with love, joy, peace & giving,… Read More
Celebrating the Holidays When You’re Geographically (and Emotionally) Far From Family
As a military family, many times we do not have the opportunity to go home when the holidays roll around.… Read More
8 Ways to Improvise the Holidays While Living Out of Suitcases
Being in a Temporary Lodging Facility or TLF can be an adjustment during a regular PCS, but moving during the… Read More
How to Survive the Holidays Alone During Deployment
"It looks like I’ll be deployed over the holidays and won’t be back until after the new year." As I… Read More
I Must Confess: I Really, Really Hate Halloween
I have a confession to make: I'm a Halloween Scrooge. No, I don't mean I'll be dressing up as some… Read More
Just Announced: Holiday Care Package Deadlines + Discounted Holiday Shipping for Military Families
From Militarybridge.com The U.S. Postal Service offers discounted shipping year-round for military, perfect for sending presents and cards to military… Read More
3 Unsung World War II Female Spies Who Helped Make D-Day a Victory
From BusinessInsider.com It has been 75 years since upward of 150,000 Allied troops began storming the beaches of Normandy by… Read More
(Don’t Do This!) 5 Mistakes Military Spouses Should Avoid this Holiday Season
Ho-ho-ho! The holidays are now in full swing. And you plan to rock-rock-rock it! But wait.... ...it can be stressful… Read More
Deadlines for Sending Holiday Care Packages to Your Servicemembers Overseas
We CAN'T BELIEVE we're already to this point in 2018, I mean we were JUST drinking our pumpkin spice lattes… Read More
35 Reasons We’re Glad The Holidays Are Over
Many of us simply adore the holidays. It can be a time of celebration, reflection, family, friends and beloved traditions.… Read More
6 Songs That Describe PCSing During the Holidays
Keeping the Holiday Spirit Alive When You Can’t Deck the Halls While most military families equate summertime with the typical… Read More
What the Holidays Are Like: Military Spouse Edition
We are cracking up at this... SO TRUE! Merry Christmas from our family to yours Connect with us on Facebook! Read More