Tag: military life
Help! My Child Wants to Join the Military!
When your child brings up the idea of joining the military, it's natural to panic—instantly. Our minds race to dramatic war scenes from movies...
Helping Military Kids Say Goodbye to Friends During PCS Season
As we draw close to the summer, one of the most challenging experiences for military families is navigating the inevitable farewells as friends relocate...
The Woman Behind Stronghold
Have you ever met a woman in this military life who’s so real, so authentic, and so unbelievably unique, amazing and has a heart...
A Tool Kit for the New Military Mama: An Interview With...
We know firsthand how beneficial community can be. We want to show our Moms of Service Members that they have a safe place to...
Why I Chose Substitute Teaching as a Military Spouse
Navigating military life comes with its share of obstacles, and one of the toughest challenges for many military spouses is securing meaningful and flexible...
Boots In The House
We know firsthand how beneficial community can be. We want to show our Moms of Service Members that they have a safe place to...
Which Home, for the Holidays?
Home for the holidays is a tricky concept for military families. I could write the introduction script for new military spouses or families meeting...
Making Memorable (and Manageable) Road Trips with Kids
With summer break right around the corner, many families are planning out their summer vacations or PCS plans. If you have ever travelled by...
5 Ways For Reducing (Military) Mom Stress
For the people who know me and are reading this, you’ll probably find it ironic that I, of all people, am writing about stress....
Relocating your POV
Embarking on your PCS journey can be both exciting and daunting. And it’s no secret that relocating to a new duty station involves meticulous...
To the Mom of a Military Spouse
An open letter to the Mom of a Military Spouse,
Aka my mom. And the moms out there who’ve earned it.
You don’t have your own...
From Mom: What to Send When They Leave
Here I am preparing for both of my sons to deploy on two different missions, just as my husband did. As a mom, my...