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What to Expect When You’re Expecting… Orders.

Aww Jessica Day, it's okay. Army moving isn't sad... it's an adventure! Change is the only constant thing in life.  Well that and death and taxes.  But that is not why we are here today is it?  You came here because you are just so dang interested in military life.  Admit it.  This lifestyle intrigues… Continue reading What to Expect When You’re Expecting… Orders.

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After the Storm: Observations of the Military Spouse

October is here!  And for many that means the taste of pumpkin spice, the excitement of football, and the beauty that are the fall leaves.  October is one of the coziest months of the year, and most of us are ready for it by the time it gets here. However... For me, October this year… Continue reading After the Storm: Observations of the Military Spouse

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Was Getting My Master’s a Mistake?

Originally written March 2019 Growing up, it was simple enough.  You studied hard, made good grades, and joined a few clubs or extracurricular activities all so you could apply to a number of good schools, get accepted to one or all of them, and finally be on your way to having the profession of your… Continue reading Was Getting My Master’s a Mistake?

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We are the Hands and Feet: The MilSpouse and Job Hunting Blues

Milspousing (military spouse-ing) ain't easy.  And while we might have been excited about joining this lifestyle, it's unfair to say that we knew what was coming down the pike.  We. Did. Not.  Now, I wrote a blurb about the challenges military spouses face.  But today, I want to specifically discuss how gosh dern difficult it… Continue reading We are the Hands and Feet: The MilSpouse and Job Hunting Blues

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5 Reasons Why You Should Make Your On-Base House a Home

So you got orders, again.  It is time to pack up and move, again.  It’ll be time to figure out what on Earth to do with those white (or beige) walls.  I believe that regardless of where you are stationed, or what kind of house you are dealt, you can make any place your home.… Continue reading 5 Reasons Why You Should Make Your On-Base House a Home

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What Your Early Childhood Teacher Wants You to Know

“It’s a rare person who can take care of hearts as well as take care of business”- Unknown I spent a total of 2 years working for Child and Youth Services (CYS), an organization that caters to the needs of the families assigned to Army installations throughout the world.  Part of the CYS structure includes… Continue reading What Your Early Childhood Teacher Wants You to Know