You’ve been there. Schedules change at the last minute, the kids forget about school assignments, and your spouse is stuck at work, leaving you to figure out how to make it all work once again. It’s moments like those when it can almost feel like finding a moment to breathe is a luxury. But what if you could hit pause and reset in just three minutes?
I remember one morning when everything seemed to go wrong. I was running late, the house was a mess, and my spouse was on the other side of the world, unavailable to help. I felt like I was on the verge of losing control.
Author: Michael
Meal prepping can feel like one of those big tasks that only fitness fanatics or Pinterest pros have mastered, but for mil spouses, it can actually be a secret weapon in surviving the ever-changing chaos of military life. Whether you’re managing PCS moves, TDYs, FTXs, or just the constant ebb and flow of schedules, having a healthy meal ready can make your life feel a little more grounded and much easier.
Why Meal Prep Matters for Mil Spouses
When you’re constantly on the move, meal prepping can be one of the best ways to keep some control over your day.
Moving is practically a sport for military spouses. If you’ve been through a PCS or two, you know that making the most of every inch is an art form. Whether you’re heading to a cozy apartment overseas or a bigger place stateside, figuring out how to pack efficiently can make the whole process less stressful. And when space is tight, smart storage hacks are your best friends.
Get creative with under-the-bed storage
If you’re like most of us, you’ve probably looked at your packed bedroom and wondered how everything will fit in your next place.
I get this question a lot, especially from newer milspouses. I think that’s because there’s an unexpected expectation that spouses are an extension of their service member partners. We already give up friends, family, and the chances for stable careers, so how much involvement is too much?
The pressure to become the ultimate milspouse is real. Between PCS moves, deployment countdowns, and endless group chats buzzing about the next bake sale, it’s easy to feel like you’re expected to morph into a superhero spouse.
This is Chapter 10 in the Infertility Memoir. Read previous chapters here.
At the same time we were embarking on the next chapter of our family-building journey in late 2022, I was also at another critical juncture in my life. I was finally finishing my bachelor’s degree after a 10-year hiatus, continuing to volunteer with RESOLVE’s Advocacy Day planning, and launching the first peer-led military infertility support group with RESOLVE. There was a series of events that changed the trajectory of my life, and starting this support group was definitely one of them.
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Starting a home-based business as a milspouse is one of the best ways to take control of your career. It’s all about creating something that can move with you and keep growing, even as life constantly changes. The idea of being your own boss and building something from scratch is exciting, but it can also feel a little overwhelming. But with a plan and a list, you can be up and running in no time.
Step one: know the legal requirements
The first thing to tackle is understanding the legal requirements for starting a business, and this is where things can get tricky for military spouses.
We’ve all been there as the new couple or family in the neighborhood, wondering if we’ll connect with anyone. Hopefully, you’ve had someone warmly welcome you when you moved in, and now it’s your turn to pass that kindness on and plan an event to welcome someone else.
When it comes to welcoming new neighbors, it’s all about creating a space that feels like home the moment they walk through the door. You don’t need to be a professional party planner or spend a fortune. It’s the small, thoughtful touches that make a big difference.
Marine infantry veteran Michael Collazo, a detective with the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department was awarded the top honor from an international law enforcement organization for moving quickly to stop an active school shooter last year.
Collazo and Police Officer Rex Engelbert both received the Police Officers of the Year award on Monday for their response to the March 27, 2023 shooting at The Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee.
You know how your spouse has to make PT a priority, right? But what about you? It’s easy for your own fitness to slip to the bottom of the list when life gets busy, especially with kids, work, and military life constantly shifting. But here’s the thing. Your fitness doesn’t have to come in last place. You can stay active, feel strong, and even enjoy it, no matter where the military sends you.
Embrace the Outdoors: Fitness in Your Backyard (or Base Housing)
Every new duty station brings new opportunities, and that includes ways to stay active.