The holidays are here, there are holiday treats everywhere you look, holiday sales, holiday celebrations, holiday decorations, the list just goes on and on. While it’s generally a joyous time, for a military family like mine, the holidays are also a reminder that we are far from our loved ones. Some years, it’s simply not […] Read more…
Celebrating the holidays should be a joyous occasion for all families, friends, and loved ones. For some military families with a deployed service member, celebrating can seem a little bittersweet. If you know of a military family that is going through the holidays without their deployed loved ones, do your best to reach out to […] Read more…
Holiday shopping is in full swing. You pretty much have an idea of what to get everyone on your list. But what about that military service member in your life? He (or she) could be a spouse, a family member, a friend, a loved one, or just an acquaintance who you drew the name for […] Read more…
In Part 1 of this series JD hit the nail on the head when she said PCS’ing can be a stressful time for military families. Packing up your belongings every couple years and moving to a place you’ve never been isn’t always easy. While Part 1 did a great job of outlining the nitty-gritty part […] Read more…
Buying a home can be a daunting experience. It’s a whole lot of money that you’re expected to pay over an awfully long time. On top of that, finding a house is only the first step of the buying process. As a new military homebuyer, you’re often forced to consider many different circumstances that may […] Read more…