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