Stacy Huisman
The Impact of PCS Moves on Your Kids
We can look into the eyes of our children to see the impact of PCS moves. We can listen to… Read More
Job Description: Must Have Multiple PCS Moves
As a military spouse, wouldn’t it be amazing if the job you wanted had this requirement: "Must have personal experience… Read More
I Survived Thanksgiving Overseas
It's time to talk turkey - Thanksgiving turkey, that is. This is my first American holiday overseas and I'm a… Read More
Military Spouse Home Decorators Take on White Walls
White walls. It’s the first thing we notice when walking into our new home on base or in a rental… Read More
The Uncheckable Back-to-School Check List for Military Kids
I’ve checked off everything on my list for back to school. Registered for school. Check. School supplies. Check. New backpack.… Read More
Decorate for Fall, Not Halloween: DIY to Last All Season!
We all know the jack-o-lanterns aren’t going to last long after Halloween, but what if you created a look that… Read More
Finding Family Inside the Fisher House
Everyone in the military community has heard of the Fisher House Foundation. Most us have some idea of the services… Read More
Fast and Healthy Meal Tricks from a Mom of Five Boys
Looking great starts with feeling great. Taking care of yourself is important – but where do you start? Visit MerckEngage for… Read More
Friendship-Dating: Why You Should Befriend Fellow MilSpouses
With every PCS, I'm forced to start dating again. Friendship-dating, that is. Picture this. A speed dating service for military… Read More
3 Back-to-School Transition Tips After PCS
For military-connected children, the first day at a new school is more than just being the new kid; it can be… Read More
In Sickness and In Health
In loving memory of Caeli Von Donk Black. One year ago today, on Saturday, June 6th 2015, Lt. Colonel Caeli… Read More
5 Tips For Life From a Seasoned Military Spouse
After a decade or two, you become a seasoned military spouse, and you pick up a few bits of wisdom.… Read More
The Best Tax Tips for Military Spouses in 2020
It's that time of year, again! Tax Season! Whether you're a new military spouse or a seasoned spouse, it never… Read More
2 Important Sides of the Mid-Year-PCS Coin
Supporting both the academic and emotional side is the next best thing to having parental super powers. It’s the first… Read More
6 Survival Strategies for PCSing Mid-Year with Milkids
It’s cold outside. That is the first thing I notice from the comfort of my window staring at a giant… Read More
Parents Need to Know the Military-Connected Children’s Educational Bill of Rights
Military-connected children have educational rights. They may not be called educational rights in any law or policy, but the intent… Read More
6 Answers About Collecting Data on Military Kids
1. What is the Military Student Data Identifier? Currently, there is no reliable and consistent data available on the academic… Read More
9 Easy Ways to Welcome a New Military Family
Welcome, neighbors! >> (start pinning your ideas on our brand new Pinterest board!) The moving truck is gone; there are… Read More