There always comes a moment right before a PCS when it hits me: How am I going to get my plant babies from point...
As we draw close to the summer, one of the most challenging experiences for military families is navigating the inevitable farewells as friends relocate...
Listen, I know many things about many things, but there are certain questions that I need help answering when my kids ask. Why? Honestly,...
Since the fall of 2020, Fort Gregg Adams, Virginia, has been my home. As a military spouse, I’ve navigated the ins and outs of...
“Why don’t we have Halloween?”
My curious, confused almost-three-year-old gestured to our new neighbor’s elaborate seasonal display complete with a gigantic skeleton, a flying witch,...
“Check again!?” I not-so-subtly demand. “I heard the Jones got orders yesterday. Are you sure there’s nothing in there for us?” My husband rolls...
With summer break right around the corner, many families are planning out their summer vacations or PCS plans. If you have ever travelled by...
One of the greatest gifts to enjoy as family is a home full of books. As a military homeschool family, each time we approach...
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...
For my birthday this year, I wanted to travel. We are currently stationed in Italy, and there are so many amazing places that can...
April is month of the military child!
As a certified child life specialist (CCLS) I use play and bibliotherapy to help children cope with stressful...
Vicenza, Italy has long been considered one of the Army’s most coveted duty stations. As soon as I realized I would be married to...
Military Lifestyle
Normalized Overwhelm
Over the Edge
I was standing in the kitchen, washing dishes and doing mental math: I was trying to figure out how to get the...
