MILITARY RELATED Vietnam Homecoming: Dad’s Journey with the Honor Flight Network Posted on October 30, 2024November 1, 2024 Last night, Steven had the honor of participating in our second Honor Flight at the Quad Cities International Airport. We welcomed 80 veterans (and 83 escorts) back home after a day spent touring memorials and being honored in Washington, D.C. Even though I didn’t personally know any of the vets, it was still an emotional event. There are three to four Honor Flights in this area, and I highly recommend joining us one at least one of them. Read more
MILITARY RELATED Tokyo’s Armed Forces Resort: The New Sanno Hotel and Resort Posted on October 13, 2024November 8, 2024 This is one time when the hype is well-deserved. I highly recommend the New Sanno Hotel & Resort. It is available to active duty and retired U.S. military personnel eligible to use other Armed Forces Recreation Centers, as well as DoD civilian employees duty stationing in Japan, contractors on DoD orders to execute contracts for the U.S. Armed Forces stationed in Japan. Read more
MILITARY RELATED Military Families: Supporting your partner through PTSD Posted on July 21, 2024October 31, 2024 Supporting your partner through PTSD is vital. Learn how military spouses can help their loved ones navigate PTSD and other mental health challenges. Read more
MILITARY RELATED The Best Summer Vacation Ever as a Military Spouse and Mother Posted on June 13, 2024October 31, 2024 Dive into the adventure with “Road Trips and Lots of Bull.” Join a military spouse’s unforgettable summer vacation without kids or husband: road trips with friends in Eastern Europe to Spain’s thrilling running of the bulls alone. Read more
MILITARY RELATED Military Expat: 9 Great Experiences for Spouses in South Korea Posted on May 10, 2024October 31, 2024 I’m living it up in South Korea as a military spouse! I’ve enjoyed vibrant festivals, deep historical insights, and stunning natural beauty. Local connections and creative pursuits have transformed my expat experience. Keep reading for the colorful details! Read more
MILITARY RELATED Military Moves: How to Make Your House into a Home ASAP Posted on March 6, 2024October 31, 2024 Five elements can consistently create a homely atmosphere, regardless of the location or frequency of your moves. These principles are essential in furniture placement, decorating windows and walls, incorporating accessories, and introducing live plants. They are, in order of importance, arranging the furniture, decorating the windows and walls, and adding personal touches with accessories. Read more
MILITARY RELATED Living on Rock Island Arsenal: An Island Experience in the Quad Cities Posted on February 25, 2024October 31, 2024 Have you ever dreamed of living on an island? For me, that dream recently became a reality, albeit in an unexpected way. Our new home isn’t the typical tropical paradise one might envision. Instead, we’ve relocated to the Rock Island Arsenal, nestled in the heart of the Mississippi River between Rock Island, Illinois, and Davenport, Iowa. Read more
MILITARY RELATED 2024 Military Spouse Friendly Employers List Announced Posted on February 11, 2024October 31, 2024 The annual list recognizes companies that actively pursue military spouses as part of their hiring philosophy and culture. The companies on this year’s list have created workforce environments, policies and initiatives that address issues and competencies unique to military spouses. Read more