Spouse 101

Dear Military Spouse, You Are Better Than You Think

2017 is a fresh start, the opportunity for a new beginning.  Chances are you have set some New Year’s Resolutions… Read More

10 *Actually* Helpful Shopping Tips for Your Next Commissary Adventure

Why do I spend too much time and money in the grocery store? Getting through a grocery store can be… Read More

Spouse Confessions: A Safe Place To Share Your Story Anonymously

Sometimes, we just need to confess. We need to get some things off of our chest. We need to just… Read More

3 Reasons I’m Not Making a New Year’s Resolution

[avatar user="jmcdonald" /] Check out at any commissary register lately and you’ll be bombarded with glossy magazine covers shouting plans… Read More

Winter Doldroms: 2 Steps to Changing Your Icy Feelings About Your Body Image

As I stood in the Ballroom J of the JW Marriott in downtown Austin on March 15, 2015 getting mic’ed… Read More

10 Things Military Spouses Are Grateful For This Christmas

December is a lot of things. It’s a season of happiness, laughter, family, present buying, baking, cold weather, reflection, regrowth… Read More

5 Ways to Stay Positive While You’re Alone This Christmas

Deployments always have their hard moments, but they can feel especially challenging during the holiday season. It can be difficult… Read More

The Infamous Christmas Truce – Then & Now

The year was 1914 and the world was immersed in war- the Great War. A war that many envisioned to… Read More

What I Really Want For Christmas as a Military Spouse

Dear Santa, Just a warning St. Nick, this list might be long. I gave up waiting for my birthday or… Read More

Beyond FaceTime: Staying Connected Through The Holidays

His favorite meal is almost ready, the warm and familiar aroma filling the house. His favorite cookies sit waiting for… Read More