If you've lived in San Antonio, Texas, for more than a week, you’ve probably heard that you can find real dinosaur tracks in a...
If you are stationed anywhere near Tulsa, Oklahoma - you absolutely have to visit Gathering Place!
It is the best free park I have ever...
June 4, 2018
Dear Diary,
Today is finally the day!!! Our packers start and the move will begin! Can’t write long, have to go get bottled...
We all wait for it - the moment those orders officially arrive telling us where to next and when. Whether it is good news...
This past Wednesday, senior advisor Ivanka Trump held a listening session at the White House with a group of military spouses. The topic was...
Years ago, I attended basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, but, I didn't see much beyond Lackland's gates. Then, I...
I have a major confession to make. The first spouse social I attended caused me to wrongfully judge all future events no matter where...
As military families, we're constantly on the move. You may be tired of your warm winter or waiting to get out of your cold...
When we received orders to Virginia, my first feeling was relief.
After nine consecutive years overseas, I was ready for a break and some...
Oh...New Mexico?...
When you’re a beach soul—having spent over a decade on the East and Southeast Coast—never once living anywhere West or Southwest… and you...
The hallmark of military life is the dreaded permanent change of station.
Whether you are sitting in an empty home with only the smell of...
When I was young, I always knew I wanted to be a mother and a wife, but I never imagined I would become a...
Military Lifestyle
Between Headlines and Homework
March 2026
The morning starts like any other. I pour coffee while my oldest inspects the level of toasting on his toast. I sigh, roll...
