Military Mom Collective

Today is National Women's Healthy Weight Day. On this day, today January 16th or the third Thursday in January, is a day to reflect on how you are healthy; physically, mentally and socially. Are you getting enough sleep, eating...

Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, divided 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces Kosher salt Freshly ground black...

Navigating military life comes with its share of obstacles, and one of the toughest challenges for many military spouses is securing meaningful and flexible employment. With military spouse unemployment rates at an all-time high (21% according to Blue Star...

“How?!” The first question people ask when I share that I read 106 books in 2024. My recipe for reading a lot of books was equal parts luck and effort. I am a speed reader by nature, so this definitely...

Happy National House Plant Appreciation Day! For some sadly the hustle and bustle of the holiday season has come to an end. Family and friends may have left and you look around your home and think “Gosh so empty”. It’s...

If you are already a reader or want to dedicate more time to reading in 2025, consider participating in our 2025 Book Bingo: Military Edition.  Grab a copy of your bingo sheet, and use some of the suggestions below...

This recipe takes a few hours to cook but is so easy to make it's almost embarrassing to call it a recipe! Ingredients: 1. 3 to 5 pound* beef chuck roast, 7-bone roast, or something similar. (I have used a 1...

I never knew cranberries could be so sweet and delicious until my neighbor gifted me a jar of her holiday Cranberry relish. I was skeptical, but she told me she had never had a negative review. I took one...

“Why don’t we have Halloween?” My curious, confused almost-three-year-old gestured to our new neighbor’s elaborate seasonal display complete with a gigantic skeleton, a flying witch, and glowing pumpkins all over their yard.  Why don’t we have all these fancy halloween decorations...

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 is cinnamon. Both the taste and smell of cinnamon bring me great comfort and joy...

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 on our team that provide...

Home for the holidays is a tricky concept for military families. I could write the introduction script for new military spouses or families meeting each other. “Hi, I’m Ellen; what’s your name?” “Where do you work?” “Do you have kids?” “Where are you...