Official Lifestyle Blog For Today's Army Wife
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…
Did you know that Kure Beach, N.C., (Wilmington) is less than two hours away from North Carolina¹s two largest military bases: Fort Bragg and Camp Lejune? Military history and influence in Kure Beach is tangible everywhere you turn from Fort Fisher State Historic Site and Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area to the North Carolina […] Read more…
Moving and deployment are two of the most stressful elements of military life, and Army wife Shandi Young tackled them simultaneously. While her husband was deployed to Qatar and Kuwait, Shandi made an international move from Germany to Washington State with three kids, a cat and a dog. I can vouch that Shandi is no […] Read more…
“I trust you, it’s the other drivers on the road I don’t trust.” I can’t count the number of times my mom said this to me as a teenager. For years, I trusted myself as well, until I slowly became comfortable driving while distracted by my smart phone. Without realizing it, I became less and […] Read more…
We all love a good confession, and you’ve probably heard some of these before. Maybe it was over coffee, during a playdate, or at a wine night. I anonymously asked military wives across different branches what they could tell me but not tell their husbands. Here’s what they shared. “When he’s gone, it’s so much easier! […] Read more…
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…