Happy Thursday everyone! I don’t know if it’s the fact that we’re getting closer to winter or what, but the weeks have been flying by. We’ve officially entered the holiday season, so things are getting pretty busy for us between weddings, work functions, holiday parties, etc. But I must say, I love this time of year!
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7 Tips To Help You Get Back To Your Workout Routine
Let me just start by saying that working out is not easy. And it’s not the weights or the treadmill that make it difficult. It’s simply getting our butts out of bed and driving there. Once I walk through the door, everything is fine. But there are definitely some mornings when it takes all of myContinue reading “7 Tips To Help You Get Back To Your Workout Routine”
5 Must-See Hikes On The East Coast
When I was about 5 years old, my parents took me on my first big hike up Sugarloaf mountain in northern Maine. I barely remember the climb that first time, or the way that the steep pathways stretched out before us. I didn’t remember the way that the shade felt damp and cool, with justContinue reading “5 Must-See Hikes On The East Coast”
Basic Military Training: How To Prepare For Family Day and Graduation
When Kyle left for Basic Training, I was only a Sophomore in college. At the time, it felt like the hardest thing we would ever overcome. I felt so overwhelmed and worried, and it was incredibly difficult to accept that I no longer had control over our lives. I said goodbye to him in aContinue reading “Basic Military Training: How To Prepare For Family Day and Graduation”
5 Fitness Must-Haves For Beginners
As the colder weather gets closer, it’s hard to find the motivation to exercise, let alone get to the gym in the first place. But since it’s about to be the holidays, exercise is vital to staying sane and fit. If you’ve been thinking about joining a gym, or integrating some at-home exercises, now isContinue reading “5 Fitness Must-Haves For Beginners”
How To Deal: 10 Things I’ve Learned Since Becoming A MilSo
It was a hot August day, and we had just arrived on base for our very first Family Day. I was so excited to see all of the other wives, girlfriends, sisters and mothers that were gathered, with children running all over the place. I thought, “This is going to be great! I finally getContinue reading “How To Deal: 10 Things I’ve Learned Since Becoming A MilSo”
6 Things I Need To Stop Spending Money On
Over the past year or so, Kyle and I have really buckled down and started to save for our future. It started with the cars we wanted, and now it’s moved into more “adult” dreams, like a house. It’s amazing to look back and see how far we’ve both come in our careers, and theContinue reading “6 Things I Need To Stop Spending Money On”
My Top 10 Military Inspired Etsy Shops
Happy Monday everyone! I’m celebrating the start of a busy week, as well as my 100th blog post. And even better than that, Kyle has this coming weekend off! It’s the second weekend we’ll have off together since June, and we’ll be attending a wedding with a few of our close friends. I’m super excitedContinue reading “My Top 10 Military Inspired Etsy Shops”
Five Things You Won’t See Me Post On Social Media
Being part of an online community is a wonderful experience. It enables you to meet new people, learn about different companies and services, and become more familiar with the world around you. In my own online community, I get to interact with military families, spouses, and service members from all over the world. It hasContinue reading “Five Things You Won’t See Me Post On Social Media”
All The Things We Forget About Deployment
The ‘D’ word can be a pretty dark subject among many military families, and I can’t say that ours is an exception. Deployment carries so many other things with it: separation, anxiety, loneliness, “danger”, etc. We worry about everything, from staying safe at home alone, to the many thing that could happen to our lovedContinue reading “All The Things We Forget About Deployment”
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