After spending two decades as a military girlfriend or spouse, here are the top 8 things I have learned about military life that are helpful tips for other military spouses.
The Giant List of Deployment Resources for Military Families
The only way I've made it through my husband's seven overseas deployments was with a little help from my friends. OK, sometimes it was a lot of help. And sometimes the friends were organizations and services that are available all over the country. As we went through...
17 Unusual Things Military Families Get Free
Bikes: Some military families can’t afford to give their child a new bike for Christmas. But with help from the USO’s “That’s my Ride” Program, you can! Volunteers assemble thousands of bikes to give to needy families.
What Military Kids Gain From All the Moves
Military kids move often. Although it can be challenging, here are the benefits they gain from all those moves!
11 Creative Ways to Get Rid of Things When You PCS
It’s important to clean out closets and get rid of things before you PCS. But HOW? This article explores creative ways for military families to get rid of unwanted items before a move.
5 DITY Move Tips You Need to Know
5 Things I Learned from Our Military Family's DITY Moves Military families have a choice to make when they get PCS orders: should you let the military moving companies move you, or move yourselves? The second option is commonly called a DITY move or Do-it-Yourself...
5 Important Ways to Support Military Kids
Military kids face unique challenges, like frequent moves, changing schools, being separated from a deployed parent, and living overseas. What can we do to fight for these resilient kids?
Military Spouse Fellowship Gives Free Training for Financial Counselors
If you have an interest in personal finances, need a portable career that can move with you when you PCS, and want to work supporting fellow military families, then keep reading because this military spouse Fellowship is perfect for you!
Why Your Service Member Hasn’t Called During Deployment (and 5 Ways to Avoid Panicking)
Deployment communication can be unpredictable, but it’s natural to worry when your service member hasn’t called for several days. Here’s what to do.
Your First Deployment
How to Handle Your First Deployment as a Military Spouse or Significant Other The first day of my husband's first deployment, I cried most of the day. The first deployment is terrifying and intimidating, whether you are dating a service member or married to one. It...