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Don’t Mind Me

by LaVaughn Ricci | Mar 22, 2022 | Experience

Oh hey! Don’t mind me. I just popped into the laundry room here for a little peace and quiet. Why the laundry room? You see, it’s right across from the pantry. And I just stole a piece of chocolate from my children’s candy bowl that is hidden in the pantry. They sometimes forget about their treats, but I don’t! And on days like today, I can’t help myself. I grab a piece and then sneak around the corner to enjoy it before my kids catch me. Then, sometimes I run out and grab another piece, or two, or three.

Depends on the day, you know?

Celebrate the Small Things

by LaVaughn Ricci | Jan 26, 2022 | Experience

Have you ever celebrated a stuffed animal’s birthday? I never have, until a few nights ago.

One of my children recently asked how old one of his stuffed animals was. We came up with the most likely date of receipt (since I couldn’t remember exactly) and he then decided we should have a birthday party for Biscuit.

An Open Letter To My Military Child

by Amanda Krieger | Dec 23, 2021 | Blog, Experience, Household 6, Military Life

As I write this, tears are welling in my eyes. You, my military child, are 4. Where did my little guy go?

You are none the wiser. You fell asleep a couple hours ago, the words, “I love you, too” barely out before dreamland summoned you.

AWTR Show #866: Parenting a Child with Autism

by M:M Command Team | Dec 9, 2021 | Podcast

Welcome to this week’s Milspouse Empowerment Moment. Today Brooklyn gives her tips for parenting a child with autism. Her tips are not only for parents, but also for anyone that knows someone with autism. If you have a child with autism – check out Brooklyn’s tips and feel free to comment and add you own.

Navigating Deployment During the Holiday Season

by Hope For The Warriors | Nov 21, 2021 | Blog, Deployment, Expert, Military Life

The holidays can be a magical time as the world around us seems to feel wrapped in joy and wonder. For many, though, there will be an undeniable void in their homes and hearts this holiday season as military loved ones are fulfilling deployment orders around the world.

At any given time, there are more than 150,000 troops deployed in territories outside of the U.S. Family members left behind struggle to manage the home, finances, and children. Many military families live away from their hometowns or where family may reside, making travel the only option to spend time with family and friends during the holiday season.