Shut Her Up

I set out to run a total of 500 miles in 2014. Late this fall, inspired by my niece, I … More

Big Time Small Town

As a mother of military kiddos, I often marvel at the idea of living in a small town, putting down … More

Not only was the subject of friendship a WordPress Daily Prompt today, but it’s something that I’ve been mulling over … More

It’s been a week. T-ball fun (and tears), getting difficult news, and capping off the week was a dental appointment that … More

As I sat in the uncomfortable waiting area chair, I situated my purse, grabbed my phone and prepared to pass … More

We’ve been blessed by having really great neighbors most of my life. Growing up we lived next door to childhood friends. … More

What if… What if we stopped? Stopped all the busy. What if we put down the 7 things we’re trying … More

On Tough Mudder eve, I’m feeling nervous. Like every new race, I’m always nervous. Anxiously reviewing the list of preparations, … More

I get asked this question from time to time. It’s also phrased by non-military friends as statements: “I just don’t … More

My good friend Katy Chaffin wrote this piece. As a vet and a proud military spouse, I feel she is … More