Christmas is kind of a big deal in my family. We’ve got pretty large extended families on all sides. No holiday season is complete unless we’ve all gathered together, eaten way too much delicious food, and shared stories from holidays’ past. Except that for the last three years we haven’t been there to celebrate with […] Read more…
Holiday Care Package Gift Ideas for Everyone On Your List
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And the most frantic for military spouses struggling to get presents and packages shipped in time. Finding that just-right item for everyone on your list can be a struggle when you’re many miles from home. Add in the shipping deadlines or hefty rush fees, and military spouses […] Read more…
Upgrade Your Holiday: The Jewelry Republic
This is a sponsored post on behalf of The Jewelry Republic, a veteran- and milspouse-owned small business. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Can you believe that November is here already? It’s time to think about the holidays, gift ideas for your loved ones, and YOUR wish list! Do you really want another coffee […] Read more…
Veterans Rideshare Makes Dreams Come True for Military Families
It’s inspiring to know that there are good people out there, striving to make a difference for our servicemembers, their families, and our Veterans. If you’re looking for a feel-good story, you’re in the right place! It is our pleasure to introduce you to an organization who consistently gives back to those who serve and […] Read more…
Why I Miss German Christmas Markets
Oh, Germany during the holidays — I miss you so! My military family was fortunate enough to be stationed in Wiesbaden for three wonderful years. And through those years we came to know, appreciate and love the magic of the German Weihnachtsmarkt, or “Christmas Market.” More than an event, the Weihnachtsmarkt was an annual experience, […] Read more…
Homefront Room Revival: The Nonprofit that Decorates During Deployments
There are so many different veteran’s organizations out there but how many really have missions to assist and boost morale for the military spouse? The holidays are a joyous time where friends and family come together to celebrate, but for many military spouses, that is not always the case. Service members are often deployed or […] Read more…