Official Lifestyle Blog For Today's Army Wife
The first time I learned my husband had to work an extended overnight shift, I felt bad for him. I knew he’d be exhausted and strained after a long week at work, but I wasn’t ready for how it would impact the rest of the family. It meant that I had to be “on” as […] Read more…
At some point in your spouse’s military career, he or she will be assigned an extended work shift. This can be a periodic 12-hour Charge of Quarters (CQ) shift, or a 24-hour Staff Duty shift. The possibility also arises that your favorite service member may end up working nights, or may be put on the […] Read more…
As I sat in the airport terminal waiting to board my flight, my eyes met those of a soldier dressed in his ACUs. We shared a smile and I returned to my bottled water and newly purchased book. Upon boarding, I settled into my window seat, and much to my surprise, that very soldier was […] Read more…
For most military families, a Disney vacation is the ultimate in fun, magic, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime. Do you dream of taking your family to the happiest place on earth, but don’t know where to start? Meet Britani Stratton, a military spouse and personal Disney vacation planner with Ears of Experience, […] Read more…
Ah, summertime. You take to the open road with your family and embark on an adventure that you’ll one day look back on fondly. But let’s get real, first you have to survive the stress and make it in one piece, despite the influx of questions like “Are we there yet?” and the repetitive comments […] Read more…
Women affiliated with the military are a unique, multifaceted breed with a variety of talents. When Army Reserve officer Deshauna Barber was recently crowned Miss USA 2016, she redefined strength, beauty and femininity. These traits are often placed on the back burner when one pursues her own military career or supports that of her spouse. […] Read more…