Official Lifestyle Blog For Today's Army Wife
Ever feel just a little bit lost? You’ve just gotten used to one school’s grading system and protocols when it’s time to move. Now you’re right back at square one again! That makes parent-teacher conferences all the more important to keep military kids on the right path educationally. Use these tips to rock your conferences […] Read more…
What’s that I hear? Is it the squeak squeak squeak of a pencil sharpener? Or is those brand new shoes scuffing down the hallway? Either way, the end of summer is just about here. Which means that it’s time to send the kids back to school. (Don’t cheer too loudly.) Whether you are returning to […] Read more…
When you get ready to head back to school, there is a never ending list of stuff to do, buy, and say. If you can get by without running to the store daily for “just one more thing” you are an organization queen! For military families, there are a few extras to add to the […] Read more…
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…
The Post 9/11 GI Bill is a life-changing resource for veterans who have served for at least 90 days. Through the program, tuition payments are made directly to your school, and you’re given a monthly living allowance and a book stipend of $1,000 per year. And there are jobs waiting for educated veterans. Here […] Read more…
Work smarter not harder. That is a motto that I’ve adopted and shared with other military spouses. Let’s face it, between supporting our husband’s career, raising a family, balancing our own career, and moving every few years, maximizing your time and energy is essential. It’s often easy for your goals to get put […] Read more…