As I stood on the parade route in my hometown, I remember the scene clearly. I was pregnant with my second child, and wore a pink t-shirt with white letters that read “Proud Army Wife.” It was a Mother’s Day gift from my mom and barely stretched over my baby belly. My dad was beside […] Read more…
Chow Hall Foodie Fridays: Patriotic Smores
BBQ season is almost here. Military families will throw homecoming parties and celebrate military holidays. And, chances are you might be looking for something to make that has a little red, white and blue. We’ve got you covered with these gooey Patriotic Smores: Ingredients: 1 box Golden Grahams cereal, about 8 cups 10 oz package […] Read more…
Thankful for Memorial Day
It’s that time of year again where your Facebook feed is going to be filled with patriotic posts, pictures of mouth watering BBQ plates and families playing games in their back yard. It’s also that time of year for many of us who are connected to the military when we pause to reflect, to memorialize, […] Read more…
Win a Vacation for Your Military Family
This Memorial Day, your military family has the opportunity to enter to win an unforgettable vacation with your loved ones! Frommer’s is partnering with HomeAway®, the world leader in vacation rentals, to launch their “6 for 60” contest. Six winning military families will receive a five-night stay at a HomeAway vacation rental in a destination sure […] Read more…
“By My Side: Dan’s Story”
This is an amazing story and sponsored post on behalf of Pedigree. An enthusiastic greeting, an encouraging nuzzle, or quiet companionship — there are numerous reasons why dogs are known as “man’s best friend.” Science tells us that animals increase happiness and reduce stress, but if you’re an animal lover you already know this. Perhaps […] Read more…
JCPenney’s Offers Military Discount In Honor of Memorial Day
It’s still Military Appreciation Month and the discounts are rolling in as a thank you to our military personnel for their service. In honor of Memorial Day JCPenny’s is showing their gratitude with a special 20% military discount that starts today and runs through Memorial Day. The discount is available to military personnel and their […] Read more…