Disclosure: This is a sponsored post for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel. All thoughts and opinions are my own . My Thanksgiving menu is planned and we’ve already started pulling out our Christmas decorations. As the colder weather approaches my family and I will spend the holidays nestled at home on the weekends with snacks […] Read more…
Veterans Rideshare Makes Dreams Come True for Military Families
It’s inspiring to know that there are good people out there, striving to make a difference for our servicemembers, their families, and our Veterans. If you’re looking for a feel-good story, you’re in the right place! It is our pleasure to introduce you to an organization who consistently gives back to those who serve and […] Read more…
Why I Miss German Christmas Markets
Oh, Germany during the holidays — I miss you so! My military family was fortunate enough to be stationed in Wiesbaden for three wonderful years. And through those years we came to know, appreciate and love the magic of the German Weihnachtsmarkt, or “Christmas Market.” More than an event, the Weihnachtsmarkt was an annual experience, […] Read more…
Army Wife Travels: Holiday Tour of the White House
This holiday season my military children and I were offered the special opportunity to tour the White House. If ever there is a time to visit this historic estate, it is while adorned in holiday splendor. We live in Fort Meade, Maryland and have the fortunate ability to be in downtown Washington DC within an […] Read more…
Trees for Troops: Making Holidays Special for Military Families
Very little incites the holiday spirit more than the the aroma of a fresh Christmas tree in your home. Combined with the season’s myriad of sights, sounds, and tastes, the smell of this special centerpiece conjures nostalgic feelings of childhood, family and love. Just one whiff of a fresh evergreen transports me back to childhood. […] Read more…
Holiday Travel Tips for Military Families
Although the holiday season inspires festive feelings, holiday travel can quickly drain the merriest of us. From crowded airports, to interstates resembling parking lots, it’s easy to get caught up in the stress and exhaustion of it all. Your best strategy is preparation! Here are holiday travel tips to help you survive the journey so […] Read more…