More Than a Military Spouse

Leila Gillette

Tips for making every home a “home”

Moving around a lot comes with plenty of hardships. Many of which I have highlighted in previous blog posts. And while decorating a new...

Leila Gillette

Why Technology & Screen Time is Different for Military Kids

As parents, we have all seen the comments, the mom-shaming, the articles, the research, etc. about the issues with kids being too engaged...

Leila Gillette

Why to Stop Judging Military Spouses

As military spouses, we have all heard the phrase “dependa” thrown around a time or two. I have heard it from military members, from...

Leila Gillette

Helpful Tips for New Military Spouses

When my husband first joined the military I was very overwhelmed. There are SO many things to learn about the military world and...

Leila Gillette

Living On-Base vs. Off-Base

Which one is really “better”?! One of the never-ending military debates. Should people live on-base (or post) or off-base?? Which one is...

Leila Gillette

Putting Yourself First (especially as a military spouse and mom)

When i started this blog- and the associated instagram account- I started feeling a little guilty about having something that is...

Leila Gillette

Making Friends as Adults is Just Like Dating

Yesterday I went to my first get together with other spouses after moving to our new duty station and it got me thinking about how hard...

Leila Gillette

Who Are My Emergency Contacts??

Some tips on surviving the loneliness that can come with military life & frequent moves

Leila Gillette

A Little Background & Why I Started a Blog

A little overview of our families journey so far & my motivation behind starting this blog