July 21, 2023

  You cannot pour from an empty cup. Many of us have heard this phrase before, but what does it mean? Not pouring from an empty cup is to stop putting everyone’s needs above your own. It is ensuring your desires are fulfilled first so you avoid becoming burnt out…...

July 20, 2023

  “Parting is such sweet sorrow….” -William Shakespeare I never understood the full meaning of that saying until I became immersed in military life — where life is constantly changing, farewells are common, and there is the excitement and trepidation of adventure: new opportunities, new places, and new people. Saying…...

July 18, 2023

  The weather has warmed up and kids are out of school. This can mean only one thing: parents are desperately trying to find ways to keep their kids entertained for the summer. For military families, this can be a real challenge due to budget concerns and not knowing what…...

July 13, 2023

  Love it or hate it, Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves are typical in military life. On average, military families relocate to a new duty station every two to four years. These moves are so frequent that military children entering their senior year of high school are likely to…...

May 15, 2023

  The Scariest Part of Military Spouse Life… Arguably, every military spouse dreads the moment their service member says the words, “I’m getting deployed.” That moment overcomes a military spouse with so many emotions that may range from fear, anxiety, and sometimes, even anger. While every spouse knows that their…...

May 9, 2023

  We drive for almost an hour, winding our way through the base. We pass rolling hills, a neighborhood we once called home, and wildflowers blooming after an unusually wet winter. As we round the last bend, the ocean sparkles its greeting. We pick up a few items from the…...

May 9, 2023

  Happy Mother’s Day, Military Moms! Military moms are truly the backbone of their homes. However, if you are a new military mom, it can feel really overwhelming! Being a new mom is challenging enough, but adding in the chaos of military life can make it even more so. I…...

April 25, 2023

  Every year, the month of April is set aside for Military Child Appreciation Month to recognize and support the children of military families. Military children face many challenges and unique experiences as a result of their parents’ service. Due to lower income rates, frequent moves, and/or military spouse unemployment,…...

April 13, 2023

  Spring break often makes us think of family fun and vacations. Military families on tight budgets may feel that their options for spring break are limited, but I have found that using discounts for military families has allowed my family to have so many exciting and memorable experiences. Here…...

April 13, 2023

  Want to make an immediate and impactful difference for active-duty service member families? A great place to volunteer is at the Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA)! Founded in 1861, the ASYMCA is the oldest military support organization in the United States. Now serving 87 installations and facilities nationwide with 12…...