Each year, many spouses, fiances, and girlfriends get anxious for one very special event: The Military Ball. It’s a very exciting and proud moment to be in attendance, and it’s a rare, once-a-year occasion where we can celebrate their accomplishments with everyone present. From what to wear to how to act, the military ball sets aContinue reading “How To Dress Your Best At a Military Ball”
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Five Fun Runs That Donate to Our Military
A great way to stay fit and involved is to find some road races/5k’s that donate to your favorite cause. So many people are intimidated by the term “race”, but I’ve done a couple of these and trust me, you don’t notice that part of it. The only thing you’ll be paying attention to forContinue reading “Five Fun Runs That Donate to Our Military “
How To Make The Most Out Of Those Pre-Deployment Days
Separation in the military happens more often than we’d like, and is not always due to deployment. Whether your loved one is leaving for BMT, MOS School, deployment, or training, one thing that helps you keep your mind off of it is planning some fun activities.
Five Great Benefits for Military Couples
Military life is.. complicated. And navigating the various benefits that you and your spouse qualify for can be much the same. I’ve rounded up the key benefits, from discounts to services, that help us make the most of it. VA If you’re looking to buy a home, explore the options of a VA loan versus aContinue reading “Five Great Benefits for Military Couples”
Lessons I’ve Learned Being In a Military Relationship
Being in a military relationship is unlike any other, and it’s often not what people imagine it to be. When Kyle joined the Army, many of my friends thought, “Okay, no big deal.” But I knew it was a big deal. How could it not be? People assume that it’s romantic and glorious, and itContinue reading “Lessons I’ve Learned Being In a Military Relationship “
How to Make Your Rental More of a Home
Kyle and I have just started out with our house-hunt this past summer, and we waited for a lot of reasons.
30 Items To Include In Your Next Care Package
Being separated is just one of the many difficult obstacles in a military relationship. But a great way to stay connected with your soldier during training and deployments is through care packages. Sometimes they’re so busy that they can’t find the time to get necessary items, making it extra thoughtful for you to send them rightContinue reading “30 Items To Include In Your Next Care Package”
Staying Connected While Miles Apart
More often than we would like, part of being in a military relationship involves being separated for some period of time. This makes communication a challenge, especially when you’re dealing with time differences. But there are many ways you can remain connected, even when you’re miles apart.
My Military Relationship
This picture seems like it was a lifetime ago compared to how far we have come since then. For those of you who are in a military relationship, you have experienced a type of struggle and hardship that few will ever understand. Maybe you’re a blogger, like myself, and are searching for a community. MaybeContinue reading “My Military Relationship”
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