Did you know… Mission: Milspouse published its 3000th blog post in 2023 and is still growing!
Resilience: Grow Where You Are Planted
Grow where you are planted. That is by far one of the most common phrases I’ve heard during my years as an AD spouse.
Warrior’s Compass: Transition Made Easier
Transitioning into a post-military life is full of emotions for both service members and their families. Leaving behind a position surrounded by so much purpose and camaraderie can leave you feeling lost or out of place. It can be overwhelming and daunting to start afresh in a completely new environment. It can be discouraging as you face difficulties, especially if they are financial.
Luckily, regardless of the stress that comes with such a big life transition, there are many resources that can help make that change easier. One such resource is Hope For The Warriors’ new military-centered job search program: Warrior’s Compass.
First Impression: Newell Dickerman
It’s said that we only have a few seconds to make a strong first impression when meeting someone new. Is that also true when it comes to reading the writing of a stranger? Let’s find out as I introduce myself to you as a new Experience Blog Contributor with Army Wife Network—and I think I’ve already used up those few seconds of time…
Changing Your Thoughts
“You can’t do it.”
“If you fail, you are going to be a failure and an embarrassment to your family.”
“Remember how you didn’t pass the other certification you were studying so hard for? This is the same. You won’t pass.”
Welcome to my mind and the negative thoughts that I hear while I am studying for a certification in finance. These specific negative voices or lies can be very powerful if you give them the power. If no power is given, they are just simple thoughts that can be quickly replaced by positive thoughts. But it is hard.
EYB: Fort Bliss, Texas
Located at the foot of Franklin Mountains lies Fort Bliss, Texas, the hub of the US Army 1st Armored Division. It is the home of training future Sergeant Majors, as well as the home of the 32nd Army Air and Missile Defense Command, 5th Armored Bridge, and 93rd Military Police Battalion. The area always seems to be growing and changing, so there may be many more things you find when arriving at Fort Bliss and surrounding El Paso Area. Enjoy the breathtaking views of mountain ranges, the near year-round sunshine and the many things to do offered in the area.
Tacos, Nuts, and Food for Thought
Most days, I arrive at my job rushed and frantic in spite of my best efforts to get up on the first alarm and my best intentions to not check my email before I even roll out of bed.
I am a work in progress on both accounts.
But when I enter my classroom every morning, my eyes automatically connect with three posters that I have strategically placed to inspire my students when they walk in the room. My students need to see the words on the three posters. They have faced much adversity in their young lives, and sometimes they just need some encouragement.
24 Wife Hours
The evening before he was set to have 24-hour staff duty, my husband asked me, “What are you going to do with your 24 wife hours?”
I had absolutely no idea.
Think about your own life for a moment. How often do you get any set period of time that is established as yours? Only yours.
You aren’t tied to anyone else’s demands, expectations, or even their company. No kids, no work, no obligations to anyone other than yourself. For 24 whole hours.
What would you say? What would you do?
Still at a loss, I started to actually think about his question and how I have this time that is most definitely all mine. Will I make it different than any other day? Would you?
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