Monique Smith
Hi! Mo here – Mortgage Loan Officer, Writer, Blogger, Wife, Mom…et cetera! Born and raised in
South Louisiana, my son is an Airman currently stationed here in the States. His military journey led me to bless other family members of active duty loved ones through support, prayers, and encouragement. I’m currently loving this ‘empty nesting’ life with my spouse since our other 2 chicks are in college. I love reading and writing while enjoying a cup of coffee.
Boots In The House
We know firsthand how beneficial community can be. We want to show our Moms of Service Members that they have a safe place to land here too. We are lucky to have these moms...
Preparing My Heart for the Holidays
We know firsthand how beneficial community can be. We want to show our Moms of Service Members that they have a safe place to land here too. We are lucky to have these moms...
Celebrating South Paws (The Lefty in your Life)
South Paws (a.k.a. left-handers) are celebrated annually on August 13th hoping to raise awareness about the challenges they face in a predominantly right-handed world and to celebrate their uniqueness.
Being left-handed comes with some complications....
Social Wellness from an Introverted Extravert
Social Wellness Month is dedicated to emphasizing the importance of nurturing and maintaining healthy relationships and social connections. It encourages individuals to engage in activities that promote social interaction, community involvement, and a sense...
Mama, How are You…Really?
Maternal mental health has side effects that most mamas are ill-equipped to manage. We walk around acting like all is well – all the time (Oscar-winning performances no doubt).
I was blessed with birthing 1...
Chow Runner, Flight Guidon, Element Leader – OH MY!
While attending BMT for the world’s greatest Air Force, trainees find themselves assigned to certain job duties – Chow Runners, Flight Guidon, or Road Guards. From a mama’s perspective – these duties prepare them...
Writing to your Trainee
Writing to your trainee while in basic training can serve as a lifeline, connecting recruits to their support systems during a time of intense transformation. Each letter becomes a cherished thread of communication, weaving...
How to Build Credit Before Basic Training
Before your soon-to-be-trainee ships off to train for the world’s greatest military, it is a good idea to help them begin building their credit. This is most likely not something they’ll think about on...
Letting Go and Finding God in the Military
Finding God in their adult life was a concern for me when my children left the nest, especially when my son joined the military. My worries changed from wondering if they brushed their teeth...
Golden Graduation Experience
The weeks of limited communication and waiting culminates in this beautiful golden graduation experience. You are finally being able to hug your trainee. They have worked so hard to get to this point. The...
Basic Training Blues
Basic military training begins the day the recruit ships and it lasts from anywhere from 7.5 weeks to 12 weeks, depending on the branch (Comparing Basic Training for the 5 Branches of U.S. Military...
Ship Day Heartbreak
We know firsthand how beneficial community can be. We want to show our Moms of Service Members that they have a safe place to land here too. We are lucky to have these moms...