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There are traditional Christmas carols, and then there are military life Christmas carols. Enjoy this fun twist that applies to our every day circumstances as servicemembers, milspouses, and military brats!
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Yes, you read that title correctly. Thankful Through Deployments. Seriously? What, in all of the deployment training, preparation and packing, family separation for six, nine, maybe twelve or more months of tour, and the reintegration back, is there to be thankful for?!
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Do you know what to do to keep your family safe from winter weather? The safest place to be in a winter storm, in fact, is inside. If you must go outside, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your family.
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We follow a fun Christmas tradition in our household, one I realize many of you may do as well. Beginning on Dec. 1 each year, my children take turns opening one wrapped Christmas book every night before bed, and we read it aloud together. We continue this every night until Christmas morning. The kids love opening the books they’ve seen and read, time and time again, reacting as if it’s the first time ever! Unwrapping a gift or opening a gift bag is always exciting, and snuggling up together for a good read never grows old.
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We’re currently stationed on Okinawa, a place pretty well known for ghost stories. I never paid it much mind, except for when our cats are staring at things that aren’t there and chasing invisible apparitions into the “ghost closet,” as we lovingly call it. But, spooky October is here and has brought with it some ghosts of duty stations past.
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As we know things don’t always go according to plan. And yet somehow I still get bogged down in my emotions when this happens. It’s just one of those days.
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If you feel a little twinge of creativity bubbling up, it’s probably because we are on the cusp of change from winter to spring. Fresh new energetic vibes often translate into a home decor redo, especially for military families who rent their home on or off the installation.
It’s not always easy to figure out what you’d like to add or change in your home. Sometimes, you just know something feels off or out of place. For inspiration or tried and true tricks, start following bloggers and Pinterest aficionados who specialize in rental home or military housing decorating. They’ll share tips to save money and highlight products that are perfect for living a rental home life.
For now, head into the warmer months with these budget decorating tips.
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Are you selling your home this holiday season? You’re probably aware that spring and summer are known for being the best time to sell a home. But if you’re military with orders in hand, waiting a few extra months for the traditional moving season to roll in might not be a luxury you have. You might be surprised to note that there are several advantages to selling your home during the holidays!
Here are a few ways to prep your home for sale despite the snow:
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When I think about autumn, I think about the colder days ahead of us. How summer has suddenly turned into chilly mornings and the leaves on the trees are beginning to change their shades and fall to the ground. Pumpkin everything is in season, and it’s hard to leave the house without being bundled up in a jacket or heavy sweater.
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