Where were you?  On September 11th, I was in high school. I wonder, now, how…Continue readingWhere Were You: Remembering 9/11 The post Where Were You: Remembering 9/11 appeared first on ..read more

April is chock full of awesome things to celebrate. We talk about some of them – like the Month of the Military Child – in Episode 21 of Season 2 of our podcast – the DiscardIt Podcast. But we’ve also heard it said that April is Affirmations Month. Positive affirmations are are positive statements that, when repeated often […] The post April is for Positive Affirmations: 3 Key Ways to Conquer Negative Thoughts appeared first on ..read more

Have you seen the new “Guide” feature on Instagram? I’m creating valuable guides over on our Instagram page. First up is you post-pandemic guide to Edinburgh, Scotland, featuring 11 must see places for your post coronavirus pandemic travel. Click here to read more: www.instagram.com/fire_esquire/guide/your-post-pandemic-guide-to-edinburgh-scotland/17893943539911428/ The post Your Post-Pandemic Guide to Edinburgh, Scotland appeared first on ..read more

*Opens door* Bye, 2020! Don’t let the door hit ya where the good Lord split ya, or whatever they say. *Ushers in 2021* Well hello, 2021! Can I get you anything? Tea? Coffee? My first born child a lá Rumpelstiltskin? I kid. But seriously, please come in and have a seat. I’ve reserved this corner […] The post How to be Brave in 2021 appeared first on ..read more

Finally, a calendar that reflects our beautiful military community. This beautiful 2021 wall calendar features real military families from all branches, and includes holidays and observances you won’t find in the average calendar. A portion of proceeds will be donated to charity. Pre-order yours now. Shipping begins December 1. 2021 wall calendarChristmasmilitary ChristmasMilitary Communitymilitary familymilitary… The post Home of the Brave Wall Calendar appeared first on More Than a Mrs.: A Blog for the Military Spouse ..read more

I’ve written before about the many career-related issues military spouses encounter. Hindrances to military spouse employment include everything from professional licensing barriers (I’ve discussed my own personal struggle with that particular issue here) to a lack of positions that align with our experience. As a result, spouses often end up either unemployed for long stretches… The post Milspouse(s) on a Mission: <u>What the 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic Has Taught Us about Remote Work</u> appeared first on More Than a Mrs.: A Blog for the Military Spouse ..read more

How many times a day do you apologize for no reason? Chances are, it’s more than you know. Girl, stop apologizing. Here’s how. The post Girl, Stop Apologizing. appeared first on More Than a Mrs.: A Blog for the Military Spouse ..read more

As a military spouse and mother, Marciana “Marci” Gillispie has worn many hats. In fact, she’s worn more than fourteen (and counting) since the coronavirus pandemic started. But, we’ll talk more about that in a minute. Marciana Gillispie is no stranger to the military. The former military brat is married to a United States Air… The post Milspouse on a Mission: <u>How One Quarantine-schooling Mama is Conquering Coronavirus, One Costume at a Time</u> appeared first on More Than a Mrs.: A Blog for the Military Spouse ..read more

With everyone stuck indoors and the government advising (read: ordering) people to refrain from large gatherings, many events are being increasingly postponed and/or cancelled. But while the majority of the world understands the need for social distancing at this time, that understanding doesn’t make the need for it any easier. Let’s face it – a… The post The Quarantine-Approved Virtual Scavenger Hunt: <u>How to Play</u> appeared first on More Than a Mrs.: A Blog for the Military Spouse ..read more

Guest Post by Patience Riley of WHOA MAMA Hi Friends! Last week I had the pleasure of co-hosting the virtual launch party for the FindMe mobile app created by fellow military spouse, entrepreneur, and all-around boss chick Jennifer Brantley, Esq. of More than a Mrs. The FindMe mobile app was developed shortly after Mrs. Brantley… The post 5 Reasons to Download the FindMe Mobile App appeared first on More Than a Mrs.: A Blog for the Military Spouse ..read more