Official Lifestyle Blog For Today's Army Wife
Never underestimate the power of music. It can liven our spirits, bring back memories or encourage a much-needed cry. Military couples know the challenges and heartaches of long-distance relationships, and music can help us express our emotions and feed our soul. Here are ten songs from the ’80s, ’90s and today that are all about […] Read more…
Even though I don’t want to admit it, here it goes… I’m Jackie and I’m a distracted driver. It started in high school when I applied makeup in the mirror while running late for work. In college, I believed that catching up on phone calls while driving was a great way to multitask. While on […] Read more…
“I don’t want to go to school today,” said my first grader as he collected his backpack. Was this my child? You see, school was kind of my thing. Teacher’s pet? Definitely. Nerd? Perhaps. Whether or not you loved or hated school, you want what’s best for your child. I couldn’t help but wonder if […] Read more…
*Names have been changed to protect privacy. As I sipped my coffee and checked my Facebook, an alarming message came through from my friend Linda*. She shared that her husband had suffered a mental breakdown and expressed thoughts of killing himself. Linda was understandably panicked. Her husband Luke was an Army veteran, her spouse of […] Read more…
For those of us in military housing, we have little idea of what happened with previous tenants. Was there a water leak that wasn’t treated correctly? Were damp rooms properly ventilated? Why does the carpet have a musty smell? The culprit could be an abundance of household mold. Mold is natural and can be found […] Read more…
Not all women marry into the military — some enlist in it. Across the country, brave women answer the call of duty and make the choice to serve our country. It is safe to say that some aspects of their commitment were expected, such as physical challenges and a demanding lifestyle. What they may not […] Read more…