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PCS’ing to New England?
When my husband told me we were PCS’ing to New England, I immediately had several preconceived notions run through my head. I primarily envisioned...
Chicken Chile Cheese Soup
Looking for the warmest, creamiest and gut bombiest soup to fill that comfort food craving this winter? This soup is just that! Loaded with...
Easy Cranberry Relish
I never knew cranberries could be so sweet and delicious until my neighbor gifted me a jar of her holiday Cranberry relish. I was...
Cinnamon Vanilla Espresso Martini
If you are looking for a simple cocktail to transition from fall to winter this cocktail is for you! My all-time favorite seasonal spice...
Volunteering is Professional Work Experience!
Volunteering is professional work experience and should be recognized as such. When was the last time you volunteered and did not apply, learn or...
Future Commander Spouses – It is Ok to Say, “No!”
Future Commander Spouses - It is Ok to say, "No!" Two years ago this July, my husband took over as a Squadron Commander. I...
An Open Farewell Letter from the Wife of a Commander
An Open Farewell Letter from the Wife of a Commander
Dear Phoenix Phamily -
Two years ago, I ran into our backyard just as we were...
“Mommy Reset”
Ever heard of a “Mommy Reset?” This past February, my husband and two kids packed up their ski gear and flew to Idaho to...
The Story of Bea and a Friendship Built to Withstand the Military
This is the story of Bea and a friendship built to withstand the military. Lasting friendships can be hard to come by these days...
The Gift of Anticipation
January. Oh, January. The time when we envision a clean slate. The holidays have come and gone, the decorations have been tucked away and...
Mindset Shift and How Rephrasing Can Help You Find Joy Again
Life as a Military Spouse is not easy, so when someone mentions the term “Mindset Shift,” we might immediately roll our eyes, scoff and...
Spouse Social – I Salute You! And, I am sorry.
I have a major confession to make. The first spouse social I attended caused me to wrongfully judge all future events no matter where...












