This post is sponsored by veteran-owned Good to Go Gear. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Are you ready to upgrade your smile? As a milspouse, you often put the needs and schedules of others first. You hurry up and wait, you move, you support, you hold down the homefront, and you repeat. You […] Read more…
My Milspouse Bestie Returned to Work
There is nothing like finding your village, and I have found that the military community provides exactly that. Never before have I lived anywhere with so many people my age, who are home with children, whose spouses are all in similar lines of work. We milspouses can connect, relate, understand and – in short — […] Read more…
Combat The Spouse Rumor Mill
You’ve heard them: the whispers at the bus stop; the snickers at the unit event; the gasps at the wine night. All of these sly conversations center around rumors. “I heard that they’re swingers.” “It’s my understanding that they’re getting a divorce.” “I am pretty sure that those two are having an affair.” “I just […] Read more…
12 Strong: 5 Reasons Milspouses Should Read The Book & See The Film
When was the last time you read words that moved you? I had the pleasure of not only reading a deeply touching and thought-provoking book, but also had the opportunity to speak with its author. He shared an hour of his time with me, and as I shared appreciation and thanked him for his comprehensive […] Read more…
7 Surprising Things Milspouses Say
You became a milspouse and you’ve caught yourself saying and doing things that you never imagined you would. The lifestyle is unique, challenging, and sometimes flat-out crazy, and it can make the sanest of us ask, “Did I just say that?” Read on and let us know which of these you have said, and what […] Read more…
ROSIE Military Lifestyle Planner: Designed for Today’s Military Spouse
Military life is wonderful…but it’s also chaotic, busy, unpredictable and ever-changing. As milspouses we’re expected to both bloom where we’re planted while also hurrying up and waiting. Honestly, striking a balance can be a challenge. With constant changes and surprise demands, flexibility, positivity and organization are a must! That’s why I have a secret weapon. […] Read more…