There is nothing like a fresh start. After the holidays, we find motivation to shed some of those winter pounds, which is great! The question is, as milspouses, how do we find the time to implement these changes and how do we maintain this new lifestyle? Here’s a brilliant idea — make little changes every […] Read more…
How My Teacher Shaped My Adulthood And How Military Spouses Can Make A Difference
This post brought to you by Teach For America. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Army Wife 101. In elementary school, I had a music teacher who loved sharing song, dance and creativity with her students. Her class was always a favorite as it was filled with fun, encouragement and positive […] Read more…
5 Tax Tips for Service Members and Their Families
Content provided courtesy of USAA. As tax time approaches, military members and their families should take time to understand the special advantages the IRS extends to them. Here are some of the benefits that could apply to you: For deployed service members: Many service members know combat pay isn’t taxable. This benefit can save […] Read more…
Tech Review: Nextbook Flexx Review…Perfect for Deployments And Kids + Giveaway
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Nextbook Flexx10. These days everyone is walking around with phones, tablets, computers and other different types of devices. We all want to stay connected to our family and the inter-webs from anywhere and while on the go. Its even better when we can condense all of our […] Read more…
Milspouse Confessions: Our Marriage Survived an Affair
Although fairy tales often end with a wedding and a “happily ever after,” in reality, marriage is just the beginning. A marriage marks new responsibilities, choices, and acts of love that aren’t always romantic. Marriage can be both wonderful and challenging and takes two committed partners to make it work. Sometimes things get so impossibly […] Read more…
Yes… I Asked About The Military Payday…So What!
I was listening to Next Gen Milspouse’s Podcast last night in which one of the topics trending on their Facebook page was “spouse shaming”. One of the hosts mentioned that every time they post anything in relation to the military pay day schedule, there is always one sarcastic comment. Usually this comment will say something like” that’s […] Read more…