MilSpouse Life
When my fiance left for basic training, the days afterward were incredibly hard. But as I learned how to cope and take better care of myself, I realized that the hardest part wasn't him being gone, the hardest part was learning how to support my service member through basic. I knew that his physical, as well as his mental strength, [...]
Raising Kids6 Positive Toddler Discipline Tips That Will Keep Your Home Peaceful
Inside this post: Figuring out how to make kids listen can go hand-in-hand with power struggles and tantrums. Learn how to set firm boundaries and still keep a peaceful home using positive toddler discipline tips. “Which one do you want? The truck pants or the navy pants?” As I stretched my arms out holding the pajama [...]
Your Service Member Went to Basic, Now What?
After dating for about three years, my boyfriend, Jon finally proposed to me. He had decided to go into the military and join the Air Force and he wanted to propose before he left for basic training. I was officially a military significant other. After being engaged for just one month, my boyfriend turned fiance left for basic [...]
Mom LifeSavor Every Moment…I Wish
A pile of dishes sat in the sink, toys scattered the living room floor, and if you looked at me in that exact moment, you’d think being a stay-at-home mom was taking it's toll. I had a loonnnng day. Related: 9 Surprisingly Easy & Clever Mealtime Hacks for Busy Moms My hairstyle resembled a ponytail...sort of. There was a streak [...]
Schedule / RoutineHow to Get Your Child to Follow a Routine Without Reminders
Back in the day when I was in college, I was in love with routines. Each time there was a big exam, I would head straight to the library, lay out all my pens and notepaper, do exactly three neck stretches, and set my coffee within arm’s reach but far enough to keep it from killing my textbook should a spill occur. Because…yeah…laptops [...]
Tired of Power Struggles? Use This Weird Noise Tip
My patience has a bad habit of running razor thin every day from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. My kids have a lot of steam to burn off after a busy day and they do this in a very physical way—jumping on the furniture, screaming and yelling for the fun of it, and chasing each other around the house. Related: The Real Reason Why Parents Yell at Their [...]
Military ResourcesThe Ultimate Guide to Military Ball Etiquette for Spouses
Sitting on the couch reading a book, my service member walked into the living room, cocked his head to the side and asked, “So you want to go to a military ball with me?” I had little knowledge about military ball etiquette or how to find a military ball dress, but I knew instantly that I wanted to go. I mean, service member in uniform? [...]
DeploymentThe Surprising Thing You’ll Miss Most During Deployment
It’s 2:37 am. My husband’s awake. I’m trying to fall back asleep and forget about what is about to happen, but my heart won’t allow my mind to shut off. I walk into the living room and there he sits, eating his breakfast in the middle of the night. It smells like eggs and toast and coffee. I can’t help but think this is the last time he [...]
7 Military Ball Must-Haves That Aren’t a Dress
I've been stock-piling items for this year's military ball season. Because if you read my post about military ball dresses under 100 dollars, you know my last military ball involved a huge wardrobe malfunction. This season, I want to be ready to enjoy an evening out with my husband. I lined up a babysitter two months in advance, and I [...]
I Found the Secret to Getting Kids to Behave
Two years ago my son interacted aggressively with nearly every child he met. Unprovoked, he would tackle other children and bite them in the face or ear—Mike Tyson style. Yes, really. I wish I were exaggerating. I was constantly left wondering 'why is my child so angry and aggressive?'. Fast forward two years later. My [...]
