One of the best things about staying in a TLF (temporary living facility) when you're PCSing is that it "technically" has everything you need....
Military spouses routinely hold volunteer roles in both the military community as well as their civilian community. In a 2018 Blue Star Families Military...
It is always such a pleasure to speak to Melissa Green, founder and owner of Southern, Sweet & Sassy Coffee. She speaks my love...
Military spouses are no strangers to being new and having frequent adventures.
For me, this transition to a new life, community and much busier...
At the time of writing this, I am awaiting my COVID-19 test results.
I started feeling congested and had a headache. I hoped for a...
Anyone suffering from a Holiday Hangover? Because I am.
We hustled and bustled. We feasted and indulged. And now it’s January, and here I am, attempting to...
Looking for a helping hand or mental pick-me-up in 2022? Me, me, me!
Here are five favorite things that save my sanity daily as a...
There was a small spare room upstairs in our house in Morocco. From the minute I walked into it, I knew what I wanted...
I am probably the most inconsistent person when it comes to sticking to a routine.
I will admit that routines are life for our family....
...through all those experiences, you have learned something again: love will help you do what is difficult.
Lizann Lightfoot is the author of Open When:...
Have you heard the phrase “You don’t stop dancing because you grow old. You grow old because you stop dancing”?
It's funny how when you...
Recently, I saw a call for help on the women's Facebook page for my church: "Any breastfeeding experts?" A woman had shown up at...
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...
