military life

5 Ways to Turn your Military Housing into a Home

Three years ago, after spending the first part of my husband's enlistment away from him, I packed my car and… Read More

The Love Plummet

My eyes were wide open as I was lying in bed. I glanced at my alarm clock. It was 1:37… Read More

An Independent Dependent

About two months after Madelyn was born, I had some family visit. We were lucky and were able to spend… Read More

I Am Bruised… But Not Broken

I recently made a new friend online and had the pleasure of meeting her in person. She is a leader… Read More

Spouses on the Job Hunt – Job Portability Concerns

There is nothing more exciting than finding out where your next assignment will be. A million questions run through your… Read More

My Life Belongs to Sam(s)

(Photo Credits: Photo Pin) How do you go from being the General's personal interpreter to cleaning spilled milk on aisle… Read More

It’s Going To Be Okay

(Photo Credits: Photo Pin) I don't feel much like writing today. My friend's husband is deploying tomorrow and while I… Read More

My Deployment is Worse Than Yours!

(Photo Credits: Photo Pin) I have proudly been a part of the military spouse community for over 13 years now.… Read More

Tax Filing For Military Families – What You Need to Know!

(Photo Credits: Photo Pin) THEY say nothing is certain but death and taxes. For military families, not only are taxes… Read More

How Much $$$ Is Military Service Worth?

(Photo Credits: Photo Pin) So, there was this "news" (and I use that term loosely here, folks) article that came… Read More

I Didn’t Know Katy Perry and The First Lady Were Friends, Mom! – Military Kids Attend Inaugural Concert

Pictures of Ross children provided by: Tricia Ross On Saturday night hundreds of military families and guest joined hosts Michelle… Read More

Maturity Does NOT Always Come With Age

Photo Credits: Photo Pin The cyber bully. They are everywhere now. At first I thought maybe it was only happening… Read More

What I Learned While Filming a TV Show During Deployment

Photo Credits: Sara Dunlap and AMothersEye Photography I am sure the burning question in your mind is "why?" I got… Read More

Why I hate Military Life

Photo Credits: Photo Pin Ok, so perhaps I should clarify... the title really should read, "Why I Hate Military Life...… Read More

The Four-Legged Side of Military Life

Photo Credits: Tia Johnson and Holly Hoad of Winter's Splendor Photography It's hard to type with no opposable thumbs, but… Read More

Teenage Heartache During a PCS Move

When you belong to a military family, you're bound to experience the heartache that comes with a PCS. Every three… Read More

Here, There, No Where – Thanksgiving During Deployment

One of my best holiday meals was during the worst year of my life. Stay with me, it will all… Read More

My Friend, The High-Ranking Officer Spouse

I am an Enlisted Spouse. I have a dear friend who is an Officer Spouse. A high-ranking Officer Spouse. And… Read More