Boom! In the blink of an eye, the shelves that were once full of red and green items transform into a sea of pink, red and white. It’s time for Valentine’s Day and, if you’re celebrating through a deployment, it’s also time for Valentine’s Day care packages. But after the sugar rush of the holidays, maybe sending a box full of candy isn’t the best choice for you or your loved one. That’s why sending a few Valentine’s Day care package contents that aren’t candy is so important! Valentine’s Day Care Package Contents (That Aren’t Candy!) Photos I’m a huge fan of sending photos in care packages an ..read more

Whether they’re willing to admit it or not, our loved ones definitely deal with a bit of homesickness when they’re deployed. For some, it’s more than just a bit and can be difficult to deal with on their own. Luckily, your loved one isn’t on their own: they have you to support them! A great way to support a military service member who’s experiencing homesickness is to send a care package inspired by their hometown or current duty station. That tangible taste (or smell) of home can make a huge difference in someone’s day. Plus the care package itself is so fun to put together as you pick out f ..read more

If you’ve been around for any length of time, you know I love a good care package pun almost as much as military service members love their branch of service. That’s why a branch-themed care package can be the perfect way to brighten your loved one’s day, especially if you’re able to work in a pun or two. Need a branch-themed pun for your next care package? Keep scrolling for ideas! Shop this flap set here.Marine Puns His/Her boots are tan, cammies are green…I sure love my Marine! My heart belongs to someone in the Marine Corps Oorah! Semper Fi! I heart my Marine! Stay safe, sleep with a Mar ..read more

No matter how much deployment advice you take in, there is almost certainly a lot of learning that happens during your first deployment as you figure out what works for you and your relationship. That learning curve can feel overwhelming in the moment and sometimes for months after homecoming. It’s why you sometimes need a bit of distance from deployment to process all that you learned and what you’d do differently. My husband deployed 4 times in 3 years: talk about a whirlwind! The deployments came so quickly and so close together that I never had a chance to catch my breath in between them ..read more

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase. Once you’ve decorated your Christmas care package, it’s time to play Santa Claus and fill your box with lots of goodies! But what should you put in that box? Yes, there are lots of Christmas care package contents out there, but sometimes you want to send something different, something extra special, something you’d give as a Christmas present even if they were home. You need deployment Christmas gifts! Sending a few Christmas presents ..read more

For many families, holiday traditions can be some of the most important moments of the year. Family gatherings, traditional foods, even the song that plays during dinner each year can all hold extreme significance. Without them, the holidays just don’t feel right. When someone is away from home during the holidays, nothing can truly take the place of participating in those traditions with loved ones in person. But with a little creativity, you can turn incorporate holiday traditions into care packages, giving your loved one an important and extra meaningful taste of home. Turning Holiday Trad ..read more

Halloween care packages have to be filled with candy, right? WRONG! There are so many great non-candy Halloween care package contents to send that even candy fans will be happy. Don’t forget that you can “dress up” any of your care package contents in Halloween costumes to make them fit with your theme. Attaching googley eyes, wrapping them in toilet paper or even wrapping them in festive wrapping paper are all great ideas. Funny Glasses – Carveable Pumpkin – Candy Corn Craft Set – Oreos – Pumpkin Bags – Banners – Pumpkin Seeds13 non-candy Halloween care package contents Scary movies For a lo ..read more

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase. College is definitely a time of firsts: being away from home, being on your own, experiencing so many new things…the list goes on and on! For a lot of students, the transition can be a bumpy one. But a care package (or two) from home can definitely smooth things out! Luckily, there are plenty of perfect college care packages contents perfect for your student. College Care Package Tips Keep space in mind Dorm rooms are tiny and usually ..read more

Celebrating a special occasion during deployment is probably not anyone’s definition of ideal, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try! Birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, promotions…you can still recognize (and celebrate) them all even when your loved one is away from home. You may just need to get a little creative in how (and when) you celebrate. Luckily, care packages for special occasions are a great way to recognize the moment no matter where your loved one is at the time. Care Packages for Special Occasions Birthdays My favorite idea for a long-distance birthday celebration is a birthday ..read more

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase. The beauty of care packages is that once you begin sending them, you can’t stop thinking of people who would appreciate one! From new neighbors to homesick college students, there is literally a care package opportunity for just about everyone who needs their day brightened. A group that is exceptionally deserving of a little extra sunshine are individuals going through treatment for cancer. A chemo care package can be filled with item ..read more