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Bridging the Communication Gap in Military Marriages

A Book Review of Corie Weather's Sacred Spaces

Deployments send two people in two very different directions. It is not just the time and geography that separate us. People change throughout the course of a year and unshared experiences send you in two very different directions. Corie Weathers captures this struggle in her new book Sacred Spaces. Elva Resa Publishing and Weathers sent me a […]

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3 Reasons I Am Thankful For My Military Community

Guest Post by Elizabeth from Reluctant Landlord

I have had the pleasure of being a military wife for almost 6 years. As with any amazing journey it has had its ups and it has had many downs. The thing I have noticed is that everyone knows about the downs but the blessing, opportunities and success are glossed over. Over the years I […]

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Thankful for this passionate rag-tag bunch of awesome-sauce

Guest Post by Erica Parenteau

Erica Parenteau is a close friend. In my book Finding Joy:The Year Apart That Made Me A Better Wife I talk about the importance of having battle buddies. Erica was one of those for me. A part of my inner circle who kept my head above water and loved me unconditionally even on my worst […]

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The Secrets We Keep

Lessons from Castle

So yes, I’m a couch potato at times. Our lives get pretty hectic so when we get the opportunity the hubby and I will order in and binge watch a few shows. Last week was the premiere of our favorites and I was out of town. He, being the wonderful husband he is, waited and we’ve […]

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Blooming at Bliss

We are the Fragrance of Christ, 2 Corinthians 2:15

I had the honor of speaking last week for PWOC (Protestant Women of the Chapel) during their installation of next year’s board members. I love the women of PWOC, the community, diversity, and fellowship they offer. If you are at Ft. Bliss and have not connected with this group of ladies I highly encourage you […]

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I Choose You Today - A Book Review and a Promise

There is something magical about a military ball. It is a fairy tale neatly wrapped in patriotism and loyalty with large helpings of tradition and a big bowl of grog. Fifteen years ago, when I first met my husband, my idea of the military was from World War II movies and Nicholas Sparks. Magical, intense, filled with young […]