Katherine Gauthier
The Forgotten New Year’s Resolutions
Think back to January. I bet you were one of those people who had the best of intentions upon the… Read More
Should We Re-enlist?
It’s a question every active duty member of the military has contemplated at least once in their military career. For… Read More
How to Keep the Marriage Engine Running
When I was in my early 20’s I learned a very valuable lesson in a very hard way. I blew… Read More
4 Simple Ways to Jumpstart Spring Cleaning
There is something about this time of year that just makes me want to tear my house apart and fix… Read More
I Don’t Fit the Military Spouse Mold
Stereotypes. I know we all hate them but they are still there, especially within the military community. One of the… Read More
The Bachelor and Military Love
The other night I watched the finale of this season of the Bachelor. I was texting back and forth with… Read More
Cheers! Why We Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Top o’ the morning to you! Just in case you missed the memo, today is the day to enjoy all… Read More
In-laws Who Don’t Play Nice
They say when you get married you don’t just get your spouse, you get the whole family. Sometimes that’s a… Read More
Young Veterans “Brew” Up A New Business
Booze and the military have been going hand in hand since the beginning. I mean, the Marines were created in… Read More
Mom’s Chocolate Chip Cookies
Betty Crocker I am not. I am great at cooking, but baking has always alluded me. However, when my big,… Read More
Spouse Confession: Life is Messy
Let’s be honest for a moment. Life is messy. There are days the dishes are still in the sink the… Read More
Mardi Gras: Everything in Excess
Masks. Beads. Liquor. Everything in excess. Ah it must be Mardi Gras! Originally celebrated in France then Rome and Venice,… Read More
I Hate Valentine’s Day
Two things you need to know about me. First, I love love. If you’ve ever seen “He’s Just Not The… Read More
The Military Planned My Wedding: Now What?
Many of us grew up dreaming of our wedding day. From big white dresses in Gothic looking churches to destination… Read More
Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: The Kids of Same-sex Parents
When I started going to my church I was nervous. I hadn’t been raised in a very religious home. It… Read More
The Reality of a 9-month Deployment
Photo Credit: Flickr user U.S. Pacific Fleet When my dad would go out to sea, I always had this picture… Read More
Education Options For YOU
I’m 30 years old. For the past 26 years I have been in the classroom one way or another. I… Read More
New Year’s Traditions From Around the World
Photo Credit: Flickr user Lynda As the New Year approaches many of us are unable to spend it at… Read More