Do you have young children and are struggling to connect the gap between submarine life and their creative minds? Well here are some books that other spouses suggested are great resources for children of a submariner: Today Should Be Enjoyed Written by Sena Nelson, "Today Should Be Enjoyed" follows one family and their military life. [...]
Have you ever met a military spouse who said their husband or wife was geo-baching and wondered what they meant? As military spouses we already spend so much time apart from our sailors it may seem unthinkable to voluntarily decide to live separately. What is Geo-Baching? “Geobaching” is someone who is a “geographic bachelor.” They [...]
Managing a long distance relationship while attending college can be very tricky, especially if your significant other is in the military. As someone who has done school together and a part, each scenario presents its own challenges. Currently I am a student at the University of Minnesota studying Communications and Family Social Science. I attended [...]
Whether your sailor is home or away, we hope you find some time for yourself this month and squeeze in a little Galentine's Day celebration! Here are five ways to celebrate: Host a Board Party or Cozy Basket Exchange This social media viral trend is trending for a reason they are fun and a way to [...]
I don’t know about you, but the idea of going to the Military ID office makes me cringe; its almost equivalent to going to the DMV. As a military spouse, your dependent ID card is vital. The ID not only gives you access to base, it also acts as your health benefit card through TRICARE, [...]
There are many difficult things about being a military spouse. Giving birth or managing postpartum time while the boat is out to sea, can be a very difficult and stressful time. We had just confirmed my fourth pregnancy when my spouse said “I don’t think I will be here for the birth." While he was [...]
And just like that, Mother's Day is around the corner. Whether your sailor is home or out at sea, we hope you can find some time to celebrate you. Even that means ordering take-out after the kids are down, you deserve it! If you're looking to get out of the house and find an event [...]
My daughter was turning six and has experienced three deployments over the course of her little life. We recently wanted to share the Disney Magic with her before the chaos of another PCS. I have always heard that Shades of Green was great but I didn’t realize how nice and convenient the resort would be! [...]
On the mornings I drive the neighborhood kids to school I usually shout out a couple affirmations at them: "I am brave, I am kind, I am smart, I am a great learner." The idea of affirmations is that the children will (hopefully) repeat these sentences and get a great boost of self-confidence before the start of the day. [...]
