7 tips for transitioning your kids back to school
It’s that time of year again – time to get the kids ready for school. Maybe you just PCS’d or […]
Top 20 military phrases used by military families
You just can’t help yourself. After several years of hanging out with service members, you begin taking on certain sayings
How To Be A Happy Marine Corps Wife
Marine Corps wife? This life was scary to me when I first encountered it. Sure it was fun to get
Do’s and don’ts for successfully celebrating the birth of America
Independence Day is a day to be celebrated with our colors flying proudly. Most of us choose to celebrate our
How to safely road trip your next move
It’s time to move to your new duty station and you’re planning out your route. Maybe you’re looking to get
21 tips for avoiding rental scams during your next PCS
The military has given you orders to relocate to a new duty station. Your first family mission? Find a new
Getting to the real meaning of Memorial Day
It’s May – Military Appreciation Month – and Memorial Day is upon us. There’s no doubt in my mind that
An Open Letter to the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Michael P. Barrett
4.14.14 Update: The Marine Corps Times recently interviewed Sergeant Major Barrett regarding my open letter below. Discover my response to
25 ways you know you’re a military spouse
You have a shotgun wedding because your servicemember just received orders to deploy and wants to set you up in
10 ways to survive your service member’s first deployment
It’s your first deployment and you’re not sure what you’re going to be up against. Maybe you’ve heard about the
Got the Winter Blues? Maybe You Should Cruise!
You’re a military family, so many of your vacations come in the form of holiday leave blocks or for pre
6 Tips for Flying During Winter
Normally, I’m traveling with kids… which means that I have to bring a lot of stuff with me. For me