Did you know… Mission: Milspouse published its 3000th blog post in 2023 and is still growing!
The Fairytale
As a little girl, I often dreamed of my Knight in Shining Armor, being swept away by my handsome prince, loving profoundly, and starting a family.
Hello from the Other Side of Depression
When questioned about the mystery guy who inspired her hit song, “Hello,” Adele answered that it was, in part, a song to herself and some of the people around her. At first, I thought that was crazy talk. And then I spent a month on new meds, and I understood.
5 Reasons Your Next Family Vacation Should be a Road Trip
Spending quality time with your kids is one of the most important—and rewarding—aspects of being a dad. Hanging out with your kids on a regular basis is crucial to staying in tune with their lives and sends an important message that you care. Besides doing everyday things together like cooking or playing soccer, taking a family holiday can be a great way to make some unforgettable memories. Road trips, in particular, offer wonderful opportunities to spend quality time together—and they’re typically less expensive and less stressful than flying.
The Other Deployment List
When it comes time for deployment, our service members receive a mile-long list of boxes they have to check. During that time, it’s easy to forget to check the boxes on the other deployment list—our deployment list.
How to Stay Connected Despite the Distance
Little hands find deployments and the strain of distance as difficult to grasp as adult hands. Many times, children don’t always comprehend the why or reasoning behind a loved one being away.
My duty and privileges as a step-mother are to provide assurance, protection, support, and love for little hands. My husband had two children prior to our marriage; a step-daughter who is 9 and step-son who is 4.
Assignment Dream Sheet: A Pro/Con List
I’ve been a military spouse for quite some time, so when my husband is asked to make a duty station assignment dream sheet, my eyes glaze over a little right before they land in a reluctant roll. We’ve never gotten our first choice, so the whole ordeal feels like a waste of time.
Time that could be better spent eating cookies.
4 Tips for Quality Photos
I’m going to let you in on a little secret that many photographers don’t want to admit: the quality of the camera you use has little to do with making a beautiful image. Don’t get me wrong—a quality camera will serve you well. But, there are so many more factors involved in the production of a stunning photo. Don’t worry! It’s easier than you think to take a quality photo with whatever device you already have.
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