A Valentine Care Package
Now that my husband is back in his sandbox, it’s time to kick up the snail mail to him again; this time we’re sending him all the hearts, sweets, and…
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Home for the Holidays: Our Deployment R&R
One of the most common question a military spouse gets when their husband or wife deploys is, “Will they get to come home for _______?” And honestly, the answer 99%…
A Thanksgiving Care Package
I knew I wanted to send my husband a Thanksgiving care package, but I was torn on what to include. The military—from what I’ve heard—goes all out and tries to…
A Year Deployment: Surviving and Thriving
I was a nervous wreck at the beginning of this year. Anxiety consumed me, and couldn’t fathom how we’d survive while our favorite person was on the other side of…
A Birthday Care Package
I’ve been hanging onto this birthday care package for months, so I’m pretty excited to finally share it with you! The best part of having a birthday that lands on…
A Halloween Care Package
It’s been a little while—five months, actually‚ since I’ve shared a look at what we’re sending my husband, so I had to show you a quick look at the halloween…
Practical Ways to Help Someone Who’s Moving
Moving earlier this year was insane, and I learned a thing or two along the way. That’s why i’m hoping this post will help you help someone who’s moving. Because…
Solo Parenting Three Kids (three months in)
I should probably write this in the morning when I’m feeling refreshed and optimistic for a new day. Instead, you’re getting some real life frustration after a long, hot day…
Secrets From a Military Spouse: How we do it
Our year-long deployment is currently underway, and I’m not going to lie: I take each day at a time. I wrote a version of this post two years ago, and…