Being a military spouse doesn’t come with a manual and it’s fair to say that we don’t always know what we’re getting into. I asked military spouses from different branches what they wish they had known about being a military spouse. Here are the truths they shared with me: Time Apart I wish I knew […] Read more…
Military Kid Reporter: Why I Loved TownePlace Suites by Marriott
I’m what some might call an Army brat. Hi, I’m Asher and I’m five years old. My dad is a soldier and my mom is a writer. She asked me to do a hotel sleepover with her and check out TownePlace Suites by Marriott. The hotel was a 15-minute drive from base, so that meant […] Read more…
Zebit Makes Your Next PCS More Affordable
Ouch! Nothing takes a chunk out of your bank account quite like a military move. It’s astonishing that no matter how well you plan and budget, there are still items you’ll need to purchase at your next residence. Sometimes we leave things behind (like that BBQ grill or our vacuum that was necessary to clear […] Read more…
How to Sell Your Stuff on Military Garage Sale Sites
The sun is shining, the birds are singing and you’re motivated to empty closets and lighten your load. There is no time like springtime to clear clutter and start anew, but what do you do with all that stuff? Typically I go in the order of sell, donate/give to friends and recycle/trash. Why not try […] Read more…
You May Be a Military Spouse If…
Upon first glance you may not see it. It may look like we’re from such different walks of life that there is no way we could find common ground. Are we identical? Absolutely not, but I can wager that we have some instant similarities just by the virtue of being “married to the military.” You […] Read more…
Celebrate Your Mom with 1800 Flowers
She carried you, played with you, read you stories, held your hand and sang to you. She has always made you feel confident, safe and loved, and shares in both your laughter and your tears. This incredible woman is strong, beautiful and has often put your needs before her own in a way that only […] Read more…