What the Heck is Going On with Ukraine?
What's the fuss about? Since late February, Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly sent about 16,000 Russian troops, military ships,...
Are You Slowly Going Insane in Base Housing?
Dear Sally, I know lots of people who hate base housing, but I really like living on base. Well, I...
5 Toxic Friendships Every Military Spouse Should Avoid
We are increasingly mobile individuals. Whether it's because of the American spirit, the advancement of technology, or expanding marketplaces, gone...
What $1 Billion Dollars Buys
I woke up today to a link from a friend. That USA Today link said: U.S. Pledges $1 Billion in...
What if Communication ISN’T the Key to a Happy Marriage?
Guest Author: E.J. Smith, M.S., NCC, LPC-Intern and Military SpousePhoto Credit: Tamptopia Photography www.tamtopia.com You've heard it on television from...
5 Ways to Save Money During a PCS Move
Sponsored by: Uncle Bob's Self Storage www.UncleBobs.com/tips The average American moves over 11 times in their lifetime, and that number...
Vulnerable Spouse Confessions
Editor's Note: All of the pieces in our "Confessions Series" are anonymous. OPSEC, sigh... it's all we ever hear about...
Worried About OPSEC Violation Delaying Homecoming
Dear Sally, My husband is deployed and they are scheduled to be coming home soon. I keep seeing other spouses...
Military Spouse Seeks Justice
Charges against a soldier accused of attacking a pregnant Army wife are changed from attempted murder to burglary The story...
HomeFront Rising – A Ground Breaking Seminar for Military Spouses
Photo Credit: Sarah Butcher HomeFront Rising promised to be a ground-breaking seminar introducing military spouses to a crash-course in politics...
Dear Sally, I Was Dumped Over a Promotion
Dear Sally, My friend dumped me because my husband was promoted and hers was not, how do I deal with...
Nervous About Nookie After Deployment
Dear Sally, My husband comes home from his first deployment soon. We have only been married a little over a...
Thank You… Thank ALL of YOU!
Thank you. The words seem totally inadequate for what was accomplished here. In December of last year, just before Christmas,...
Stripping Down to Undies for Charity this Valentine’s Day!
Valentine's Day is usually about spoiling your significant other with flowers, chocolates, maybe some jewelry or a dinner out at...
I Think My “Survival Mode” is Broken!
As my husband prepares for his upcoming weeks long stint out of the country, I'm watching all the things he's...
How I Found Myself In The Wisdom Of The Quiet
I hate quiet moments. This isn't a problem for me in my every day life- silence, that is--because it's so...
I Left My Heart in Old Town – Part 2
Editors Note: This is the conclusion to a story... to read Part One, click here. After my words with Antonio,...
I Left My Heart in Old Town – Part 1
The Day of the Dead festivities at Old Town in San Diego were in full swing. Decorations adorned the historic...
