Did you know… Mission: Milspouse published its 3000th blog post in 2023 and is still growing!
Making Moments Matter — Big and Small
While Military life comes with some amazing moments and celebrations it certainly has its challenges and some days it can be hard to see the good moments
5 Stress Relief Ideas: Milspouse Approved
I sat on my back porch with my toes in the sun. I was tired, maybe feeling some stress. My kids had given me grief all day long. The dishes were undone. The house a bit of a mess. I had a to-do list a mile long for my clients and a board meeting to prepare for that evening.
Even with all that sitting prominently on my plate, I sat on the back porch and put my toes in the sun.
Facing an Empty Calendar After a Move
Before I knew I was moving, my calendar was full of things to do: meetings, volunteer activities, soccer games, and coffee meet-ups with the gals. I would get to the end of the day, review what I had up tomorrow, and think “I am way too busy.”
Then, I found out we were moving.
The Seasoned Spouse: It’s Just Right
I’m a seasoned spouse. And here’s how I know.
My husband and I were sitting with some close family friends we’ve known for quite a while, talking over a bottle of wine. As we sat around laughing and sharing stories, I made a comment about a young spouse making an honest-to-goodness military misstep. To which my husband replied, “I don’t think you remember what it was like to not be the salty ol’ vet.”
Let’s Talk About LinkedIn
Yes, you should be using LinkedIn!
I started regularly using LinkedIn five years ago, and each one of my last three jobs (and my current favorite) were connected to LinkedIn in some way. If you do not have a LinkedIn profile, or if it isn’t updated and polished, you are missing out on key strategic measures that could help you.
You Are Wonderful
As humans, we are often our toughest critics. We judge ourselves a bit too harshly when in comes to personal endeavors, but why? Why are we so harsh on ourselves? When was the last time someone told you that you are wonderful?
Seeing the Hurt
I see you now. I didn’t really see you or your pain before—I just saw a friend who was sad and hurt, but I didn’t fully understand. Now, my vision is no longer blurred, and I see all of it: the pain, the loneliness, and the anxiety.
Trudging through medical complications with a spouse in the military brings a whole new twist to this crazy ride.
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