Christmas is kind of a big deal in my family. We’ve got pretty large extended families on all sides. No holiday season is complete unless we’ve all gathered together, eaten way too much delicious food, and shared stories from holidays’ past. Except that for the last three years we haven’t been there to celebrate with […] Read more…
Why Every New MilSpouse Needs a Seasoned Mentor and Here’s Why
If you met me a decade ago, you might have laughed. You see, I was “that” spouse. I was clueless about everything military and this whole life. As in not one honest idea about the wild ride I was about to begin. I’m not from a military family. And I didn’t grow up anywhere near […] Read more…
For The Newly Married MilSpouse Cooking Thanksgiving Dinner For The First Time Who Doesn’t Know How To Cook
The truth is everyone doesn’t know how to cook! And, even if you do know how, cooking Thanksgiving dinner is a whole other ball of wax. So here you are —a newly married military wife, you’ve just PCS’ed, and going home on leave is not in the cards this year. That said, it’s your first […] Read more…
Attention Fort Bragg North Carolina Harry Potter Fans…Join Us Downtown Tonight & Tomorrow!
Harry Potter is amazing simply put! The series of stories that follow Harry and his friends at the Hogwarts School of Wizardry have made fans of adults and children alike. And if you’re a Fort Bragger here in North Carolina, you won’t have to go far to get your wizardry fix on this weekend. Fayetteville […] Read more…
Holiday Care Package Gift Ideas for Everyone On Your List
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And the most frantic for military spouses struggling to get presents and packages shipped in time. Finding that just-right item for everyone on your list can be a struggle when you’re many miles from home. Add in the shipping deadlines or hefty rush fees, and military spouses […] Read more…
Something to Smile About: Dental Coverage for Retiring Military Families
I am participating in a Membership campaign for MetLife FEDVIP Dental Plan. I am receiving a fee for posting; however, the opinions expressed in this post are my own. I am in no way affiliated with MetLife and do not earn a commission or percent of sales. How important is your smile? Can it help […] Read more…