We get you. We see you. We know what you do. We know what you sacrifice. We know that you hold down the home front. We know that you change jobs or gave up one you loved dearly. We know you wait, hope, and pray for the safe return of your loved one. We know […] Read more…
Inspiring Interview with Gold Star Wife, Author & Speaker, Barb Allen
Barbara Allen was just 32 years old when her husband was killed in Iraq at the hands of a fellow soldier. She speaks with Army Wife 101’s Jackie Toops and shares what it was like to raise four young boys, endure a court-martial trial, and slowly piece her life back together. She has since triumphed […] Read more…
12 Truths While He Is Away at Basic
For military girlfriends and wives, basic training often marks the first time we have to separate from our significant other. The lack of permitted technology and communications makes this time apart incredibly difficult. You’ll experience a great deal of waiting, wondering, listening for your phone and checking your mailbox. The good news is that there is a […] 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…
Military Wife and Disney World Mom Panelist Ashley Forster Chats on Being Disney World Mom & Disney World Military Discounts
I’ve said it a million times I am a SERIOUS DISNEY WORLD fan and when I received word that I would be able to interview one of Disney World’s newest Mom Panelist Ashley Forster who just happens to be a military wife I jumped at the opportunity. I have always wanted to meet and talk […] Read more…