Pin It I’m a very non-confrontational person. That being said, I’m often surprised by how easily I could abandon my inability to confront people when I’m hiding behind a computer screen reading blogs and Facebook status updates. There have been many occasions when I’ve read something online and instantly felt the need to insert my […] Read more…
Lump Sum or Installments: I’ll Take My Separations in Installments Please
My husband was gone for the better part of a week. Then he came home for 48 hours before departing on his next trip. He came home again for a frenzied 8 hours before saying another good-bye. When he returns from this one, he’ll have a couple of weeks at home before heading out yet again. And when he returns […] Read more…
Advocating for Our Military Brats: How Do We Cross the Military/Civilian Divide for Our Children?
It’s no secret that military families tend to believe that the general public doesn’t fully understand our lifestyle. But as I wrote in my latest post for Blue Star Families, I’m beginning to think that we can help people understand us simply by opening the lines of communication and sharing our stories. We’re all adults, right? […] Read more…
Bridging the Gap Between Military and Civilian Worlds
I’ve been a columnist for Blue Star Families for almost 2 years now, but lately I’ve been a major slacker with my contributions. Hopefully you’ll be seeing my face there more often, starting with my latest post that went live today called “Bridging the Gap Between Military and Civilian Worlds.” I would love to hear […] Read more…
Wife on the Roller Coaster Meets Semper Fi Momma
Today fellow mil spouse Semper Fi Momma is announcing the launch of her new military lifestyle website. And I’m excited to say that I’m her featured guest author for the big opening day! So what is the site all about? It’s a lifestyle website powered by military wives writing in the shared passion to bridge the gap […] Read more…
Talking Blog Swap on USAA
I’m thrilled to share that I’m being featured on the USAA Military Spouse Blogging Community today! So head on over and check out my interview with Wendy Poling about the Mil Spouse Holiday Blog Swap. (And if you feel so inclined to leave some comment love, that’s even better!) Thanks! Read more…
