I have been married to the military for almost 10 years. And in those 10 long and lovely years, there is only one thing that I can tell you with 100% certainty – and that is military life is HARD.
At times, this life is hard, lonely, and 10 times more difficult than it has to be. But it’s also beautiful and awesome and full of moments so happy they make you cry with pure, unadulterated joy.
Here is where I give advice about things I’ve learned along the way that make military life a little more enjoyable. From tips for making it through deployment and long-distance relationships to care package ideas to things to do at our current duty station, I am sharing everything I know.
I’ve always failed at New Year’s Resolutions. But this year I have a plan to make monthly resolutions. This is how I worked towards my goals in October.… Read More 2019 New Year’s Resolutions: October Recap
The Fort Bragg Renaissance Fair has been on my North Carolina Bucket List since we got here! It was one of the first events I discovered when I was researching the area and I couldn’t wait to experience it firsthand. Life had other plans, though. Fort Bragg hosts this event at Smith Lake each year… Read More Fort Bragg Renaissance Fair
I’ve always failed at New Year’s Resolutions. But this year I have a plan to make monthly resolutions. This is how I worked towards my goals in September.… Read More 2019 New Year’s Resolutions: September Recap
Decorating Open When Envelopes can be a time-consuming project, but add in a few Project Life supplies and the process is faster than ever!… Read More How to Decorate Open When Envelopes with Project Life Supplies
I’ve always failed at New Year’s Resolutions. But this year I have a plan to make monthly resolutions. This is how I worked towards my goals in August.… Read More New Year’s Resolutions: August Recap
Going down this mountain water slide was the best part of our summer camping trip. Sliding Rock was one of the most unique experiences we have ever had!… Read More Ride the River at Sliding Rock
You can find Looking Glass Falls just steps from the road’s right of way, making this cascade one of the most accessible waterfalls around.… Read More Looking Glass Falls: A View For Everyone
I’ve always failed at New Year’s Resolutions. But this year I have a plan to make monthly resolutions. This is how I worked towards my goals in July.… Read More New Year’s Resolutions: July Recap
I’ve always failed at New Year’s Resolutions. But this year I have a plan to make monthly resolutions. This is how I worked towards my goals in June.… Read More New Year’s Resolutions: June Recap
Renting houses the past 10 years has given us a lot of insight into what we want in our forever home. Check out our dream house checklist!… Read More Dream House Checklist