

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
Sep 6, 20222 min read


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
Apr 13, 20222 min read


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
Apr 4, 20223 min read


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
Mar 28, 20223 min read


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
Mar 16, 20221 min read


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
Feb 16, 20223 min read


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
Feb 10, 20222 min read


Who Are My Emergency Contacts??
Some tips on surviving the loneliness that can come with military life & frequent moves
Leila Gillette
Feb 4, 20223 min read


A Little Background & Why I Started a Blog
A little overview of our families journey so far & my motivation behind starting this blog
Leila Gillette
Feb 2, 20222 min read
