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 did NOT know what I was getting into when I married an active duty service member. Here are 5 things no one tells you about being a military spouse.… Read More 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Being a Military Spouse
Make the best of your small porch or stoop with these nine decorating ideas. Inspiration for maximizing both style and space! … Read More Small Porch Decorating: Ideas and Inspiration
As an army wife, I’m always asked what to put in care pacakges. So, I’ve put together this massive list of ideas for any long-distance loved one!… Read More The MASSIVE List of What to Put in Care Packages
Here is a list of 14 Valentine’s Day care package ideas that are sure to send your love where ever it needs to go to bring a smile to your loved one’s face!… Read More 14 Valentine’s Day Care Package Ideas
I am recording my progress on my New Year’s Resolutions in 2020. Every month I will be updating readers with my progress. … Read More 2020 New Year’s Resolutions
I’ve always failed at New Year’s Resolutions. This year I had a new plan.This is my final recap on how I worked towards my goals in 2019.… Read More 2019 New Year’s Resolutions Final Recap
I’ve always failed at New Year’s Resolutions. This year I have a new plan.This is how I worked towards my goals in November/December.… Read More New Year’s Resolutions: November/December Recap
I began gratitude journaling by making a reverse bucket list. Looking back on the highlights of my life filled me with appreciation and happiness. … Read More My Reverse Bucket List & Why You Should Make One Too
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