Sarah Peachey

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4 Things to Let Go of in the New Year

December 27, 2018August 17, 2021 Sarah Peachey 0 Comments advice, mental health, Military Life

The New Year acts as a turning point for a lot of us. We make resolutions and vow to do something better—diet, exercise, self-improvement, employment or educational goals, and more.

But while we’re working on achieving something new once we turn the calendar over, many of us heap worry and concerns on ourselves that we cannot control. We overburden our hearts and our minds, with guilt, negativity, expectations (sometimes unrealistic or out of our control), or worries or pain about our past.

How much are you carrying around inside your head that you will never have the power to change?

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Celebrating Volkstrauertag as an American Living in Germany

November 28, 2018August 17, 2021 Sarah Peachey 0 Comments Germany, holidays, Military Life, OCONUS

Living overseas offers plenty of new opportunities for Americans: food, traditions, cultural events, and more. It’s probably the best part about the experience and why I urge people to accept an OCONUS posting if one is offered.

During my first year living in Bavaria, a heavily Catholic state in Germany, I learned about the various Catholic holidays that don’t carry as much weight in the United States. I celebrated my first Fasching, the German version of Carnival or Mardi Gras, complete with a parade prior to the lenten season. I’ve attended my fair share of Volksfests and other fests popular in Germany.

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Looking for Veterans Day deals? We’ve got ’em!

November 7, 2018August 16, 2021 Sarah Peachey 0 Comments holidays

It always feels nice to be celebrated, so if you’re looking for a little appreciation for your service member this Veterans Day, take advantage of some discounts at restaurants and in stores.

We, and some of our pals, have done the hard work of hunting them down so you don’t have to! Be sure to bring your military ID to partake in the discount. Be advised that some of the deals are for service members only, so ask if you aren’t sure!

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It’s All a Question of Balance

October 27, 2018August 13, 2021 Sarah Peachey 1 Comment Military Life, military spouse

When we’re younger, most of us dream about the future. That doesn’t stop as we age. Many of us continue to dream about the future even as mature adults. We think about our spouse’s or our next career move, how our children will grow and develop, create that 10- or 15-year plan.

I turned 30 this year and realized I have no idea what I want to be when I grow up.

But I am a grown-up.

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18 Books To Fall Into This Autumn

September 27, 2018August 13, 2021 Sarah Peachey 0 Comments military spouse

Autumn is my favorite time of year to read a book. A hot drink, fuzzy blanket, and diving into the pages is really all I need. If you’re looking for a new book to read that may relate to military life, here are a few books for you to try. They span a variety of genres, so there is something for almost everyone. You can find them wherever books are sold.

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Strong Bonds Can Lead to a Stronger Marriage

August 27, 2018August 12, 2021 Sarah Peachey 2 Comments Military Life, military marriage, military spouse

If you’ve been a military spouse for a few years, you’ve probably heard about Strong Bonds retreats offered by your installation’s Religious Services Organization. If you’re newer to the milspouse life, then this may be new for you. No matter how long you’ve been married to your service member, if you can attend a Strong Bonds retreat, I highly recommend it.

My husband and I attended our first Strong Bonds retreat in August. It was such a great experience for us. We both went into the retreat hoping we could learn something, despite not having any glaring issues in our relationship.

But we did learn how to connect better.

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26 OCONUS Experiences You Might Miss

August 15, 2018August 12, 2021 Sarah Peachey 0 Comments Germany, OCONUS, PCS, travel

Living at an OCONUS duty station is probably one of the most exciting parts of being a military family. Not everyone gets the chance, but if you ever do, seize that opportunity with both hands, even if it scares you.

There are so many wonderful things to experience, from the extensive history, to food, to traditions, and more. If you’ve ever lived at an OCONUS location, then you may know how easy it is to leave a part of yourself there.

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25 Things to Love About America

July 29, 2018August 11, 2021 Sarah Peachey 0 Comments Germany, Military Life, OCONUS

When living overseas, it’s very easy to quickly begin missing certain things about the good ol’ US of A. It’s not that other countries necessarily “get it wrong,” but rather that it’s different from what Americans are used to. Over time, we adjust to the host nation’s culture, and it becomes our new normal.

But really, we still kind of miss certain things.

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Happy Birthday, USA: An ode to my home, sweet home

June 27, 2018August 11, 2021 Sarah Peachey 0 Comments Military Life, military spouse, tribute

Hey there, America! Remember me? I know it’s been a while. For the past two years I’ve been residing in Germany, following the love of my life to yet another duty location. And as much as I love it here (and I definitely do), I often miss you.

You’re 242 years old today, Independence Day, but, my, oh my, you certainly look good. You’ve been through a lot over these past almost two and a half centuries. You’ve had your ups and downs, but I still would choose you over living almost anywhere else.

You will always be my home, sweet home.