October 21, 2025

When I sat down to talk with my younger sister Brooklynn — or “Brooke,” as we call her — I knew this conversation would feel different. Brooke is in her second year of college, away from the constant rhythm of military life that shaped so much of our childhood. But…...

October 14, 2025

What is a geographic bachelor? Geo-baching, the unofficial slang term used by the military community, occurs when a service member has orders and their family selects to live in a different location, often the previous duty station or their home state, for stability. It’s a choice — a hard one…...

October 3, 2025

A government shutdown brings a lot of stress and uncertainty—especially for junior enlisted families who may be living paycheck-to-paycheck. While you can’t control when Congress will pass a budget, you can take steps to help your family make it through this period with a little less strain. If things get overwhelming,…...

October 1, 2025

A government shutdown isn’t just about politics in Washington. For military families, it’s a moment of uncertainty that threatens their financial stability and daily life.1 Junior enlisted service members — those ranked E-1 through E-5 — are especially vulnerable. Many are young, supporting spouses and small children on modest salaries,…...

October 1, 2025

Living far from family can be challenging all year round, and not being able to afford to return home for the holidays can weigh heavily on military families. Missing out on traditions, laughter, familiar comforts, and spending time with family can feel devastating. When you’re a military community member, you…...

September 30, 2025

When you marry into the military, you don’t just gain a partner in uniform — you step into a whole new way of life. New states. New countries. Temporary furniture. Suitcases that stay half-packed. And, maybe hardest of all, the quiet moments of loneliness when “home” feels a little too…...

September 25, 2025

Much of the conversation around military life tends to focus on families: the spouse leaving behind a career, the kids saying goodbye to friends, the household adjusting to yet another move. But what is often left unsaid are the experiences of single service members — those who pack their bags…...

September 11, 2025

Patriot Day honors the victims and first responders for their bravery during the September 11th attacks. For most Americans, 9/11 is a difficult time of remembrance. We all grieve for the lives lost that fateful day. For military families, Patriot Day can feel like a harsh reminder of military sacrifices…...

August 21, 2025

Teaching Students in Transition It’s been a few years since I was a science teacher in a public school in Hampton Roads, but I vividly remember the classroom preparation, documentation, planning, and student lists that marked the start of the academic year. Reflecting on new students entering the classroom, I…...

August 19, 2025

From frantic packing to heartfelt goodbyes, from the thrill of a fresh start to the uncertainty of a new duty station, a military move is a rollercoaster of emotions. It leaves families physically exhausted and emotionally disoriented — caught between the life they’ve left behind and what lies ahead. That’s…...