Deployments suck. We can all agree on that. That doesn’t mean we have to lead a terrible life for half the year though. I’m...
How in the name of summer time is it back-to-school season already?! Please tell me I’m not the only one who feels like she...
Slang has always been a part of language and culture. Most of us use slang on a daily basis without giving it a second...
We moved to a new city right after spring break last year. My kids were almost done with their school year, and they had...
After only one week of summer break, my sanity was definitely being tested.
Please tell me I wasn't the only mom feeling like that.
Sibling Love
I...
Finding your way when a village doesn't exist
Perhaps it's one of those nostalgic, rose-colored glasses perspectives, but it often feels like the days when parents...
Parents know that rules are necessary. Rules keep order in the chaos of raising children; they provide structure and expectations; they are the yardstick...
Back to school is a busy time with buying school supplies, sports physicals, teacher meetings, open houses, clothes shopping and more. But if you’re...
Remember when marriage was a blissful and simple? When it was just the two of you spending the whole weekend together vegging out, going...
Occupation Unspecified: What Label Fills Your Blank Space?
As a military spouse, have you ever had to re-think your career field? Have you ever had...
My sweet girl,
It is the summer before you start middle school. I don’t know how this came about so quickly. It seems like just...
I have always been a runner. That doesn’t mean I’m an impressively fast athlete, but running has always been a part of my life,...
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...
