Tag: military life
Military Retirement Terrifies Me
Most people hear the word “retirement” and think of something that happens later in life. Generally, it is a time where one stops working...
For The Love Of Dog: How Our Dog Astro Helped Me...
“Everyone thinks they have the best dog. And none of them are wrong.”
— W.R. Purche
I did have the best dog. His name was Astro,...
Things NOT to Say to Federal Employees During the Government Shutdown
As we've all come to know by now, the only military branch not getting paid during the government shutdown is the United States Coast...
Why Don’t We Celebrate “Normal”?
Recently, when I was in line at the grocery store, I picked up a magazine that boasted "Person of the Year" on the front...
Embrace the Suck: 3 Ways to Embrace the Holidays in a...
When we moved to Florida in November of 2014, I was excited to be away from the ice storms, blizzards, and freezing temps that...
Away From Home for the Holidays … and Still Celebrating!
My family and I enjoy holidays, but we love the Christmas season. The lights and decorations; the cheer and spirit; the food and family. Something...
The Long Journey Home, The Even Longer Trip Around Town
Many of us journey home for the holidays. Or, for a couple of weeks in the summer. Or, in September because we miss our...
Marriage Is Not a Contract to Stay the Same
Lawton, Oklahoma, is where you wanted to spend your first anniversary, right? Me too.
I had traveled to visit my husband who had just...
Beginnings and Endings: When The Move Is Harder Than You Expect
Last week our cat passed away suddenly from congestive heart failure. Her loss was the icing on the cake of what has been...
Quaking In Your Heels: Embracing Vulnerability as Your Greatest Strength
"Sometimes you feel foolish, even look foolish, but you do the thing anyway.”
–Gus, The Go Giver
She’s beautiful, collected, approachable and she's oozing self-confidence. Her...
5 Steps to Clarity When Making Big Decisions
I will never win the award for the world’s most decisive person. For me, the world has always been filled with endless choices. This...
The Humbling Experience of Visiting War Memorials
During a recent visit with my family, I visited the World War II Valor in the Pacific Monument. This national monument is famously home...