Military Children are always described as resilient. But what resilience begins in ignorance, in the carefree unawareness of life, just shifting all around them?...
Since 1983, on March 12th, National Working Moms Day has recognized women who balance careers and motherhood. Founded by the American Business Women's Association,...
When our two oldest boys decided that playing baseball for the Red Sox wasn't in the cards, they needed to make a new plan....
If your kids have endless energy and zero interest in staying inside, you’re my people.
Get Outside
With warmer days on the horizon, I’m already dreaming...
Figuring out how their kids will spend the summer is an issue every parent faces; military moms and dads are no different. While summer...
National Hedgehog Day
Did you know there's National Hedgehog Day, celebrated on February 2? It is normally overshadowed by Groundhog Day, since it occurs on...
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...
I’m a Mother-in-Law… Now What? I asked myself this very question the day my son casually mentioned that his girlfriend might be “the one.”
Truthfully?...
Human Trafficking in America
If you're like me, there's a good chance that up until a few years ago, you had no idea that human...
The Experiment
Have you ever wondered, "How would I feel if I could just commit 30 minutes every day to my physical wellness?"
Don't worry, guys,...
“Come on, Mom!”
These three words echoed in my head as my 8-year-old son beckoned me to join him on the amusement park water slide....
It's that time of year again, when one kid comes home with a sniffle that turns into an entire family affair. Get ahead of...
Military Lifestyle
Stop Feeling Guilty for Desiring More
Releasing Guilt and Reclaiming Your Own Desire
One thing I learned quickly when I became a military spouse was that I had absolutely no business...
