Tag: self care
Pumpkin Face Mask
It’s pumpkin season.
Which means you may have a partially used can of pumpkin in the fridge. Never fear! You may not have enough for...
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...
What Resilience Means to Me as a Seasoned(ish) Milso
Resilience and the Two-Year Curse
If I had a penny for every time I have heard the word "resilience" in noun or adjective form, I...
National Burger Day: Who Really Invented the Hamburger?
PSA: It's National Burger Day, people!
That’s right — fire up those grills, loosen those belts, and let’s embark on the most delicious cross-country journey...
Dear Burnt-Out Mom on the Verge of Losing It
Dear Burnt-Out Mom, overwhelmed much? About to lose it? Hold on, don't give up now.
If you're reading this while reheating your coffee for the...
A Dose of Dopamine: A Mom’s Guide to Thriving in the...
In the demanding world of military life, stress is a constant companion. For moms connected to this unique lifestyle, balancing the needs of family,...
March is Spiritual Wellness Month
March is Spiritual Wellness Month.
For starters, what does Spiritual Wellness month mean? It is my state of harmony and wellness with myself and others....
Four Reasons to Solo Travel
For my birthday this year, I wanted to travel. We are currently stationed in Italy, and there are so many amazing places that can...
Gardening Lessons
It’s early summer, the season of roses, zinnias, peonies, and dahlias. Who doesn’t love a colorful garden? I have always admired residential gardens, pausing...
Becoming a Mom
“The natural state of motherhood is unselfishness. When you become a mother, you are no longer the center of your own universe. You relinquish...
Keeping your independence during an overseas posting
During the first few months of our overseas posting in 2018, I really struggled with feeling like I had lost my independence. But, thankfully,...
Why Self-Care Is Important
If you’re anything like me, self-care is something that often gets pushed into the ‘nice to do’ pile rather than ‘must do. This is...