This year I felt prepared. My son attended orientation, met his teacher in advance, and started school on the first day — not in the middle — of the school year. I always assumed that my children would have a childhood similar to mine, but that was before I became an Army wife. My Experience […] Read more…
Milspouses Who Served: I Was a Marine
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…
What Your Base and Love Life Have in Common
Sometimes it’s a match and sometimes you’re just not that into it. If you think I’m talking about relationships, well, in a way, I am. I’m talking about your relationships with military bases from your past, present and future. It’s funny just how connected (or disconnected) you can feel with where you get stationed. I […] Read more…
Why I Love Being a Milspouse
One of the most important life skills one can acquire is accentuating the positive. This is especially true for military spouses on the days when the unique challenges of this lifestyle catch up with us. I asked wives across different branches to reflect on what they enjoy about being a military spouse. From newlyweds to […] Read more…
Stretch Your Military Travel Dollar with Extended Stay Hotels
Most military families want the best deal and most bang for their buck to stretch their hard-earned dollars. When booking hotels, odds are that most of us price sort from lowest to highest, and often select the cheapest property. While initially this appears to be financially savvy, factoring in complimentary amenities adds value and decreases […] Read more…
Medieval Fun, Military Prices
If you’re looking for a royally good time, transport yourself back to 11-century Spain for a delicious feast and tournament featuring a spectacular of falconry, majestic horses, and the thrill of watching skilled, athletic knights. My military family just shared our first Medieval Times experience and we absolutely loved it! I knew the night was […] Read more…