I’ve been suffering from Detatchment-itis, and there’s only one cure. To have him home!
This week, we take an in-depth look at the symptoms of “detatchment-itis” and disvover just how it affects military families worldwide.
If you recognise any of the symptoms described in my blog, you may be entitled to a hug, a break or a medal.
‘Twas the Night before Christmas Military Style is dedicated to all armed forces families across the world this Christmas; but especially those whose festive season is not going according to plan.
May your loved ones get home, your cookers stay in tact, and may Santa deliver all you wished for and not get stuck up the chimney!!
Whichever version of reality is yours, living life in the military or loving someone who does, comes with many hurdles to cross. But as we approach the season for family and togetherness, one of the biggest problems we face is geography.
Read More A Merry Military Christmas“As the midwives realised something was wrong, our hopes and dreams turned to mist before our eyes”.
This blog has been hard to write. A very personal story to emphasise the importance of baby loss awareness and the amazing work that Dandelion Families are doing to support the unique challenges bereaved military families face.
Do your partners phone calls home end in silence because the kids have nothing to say? Or is it more like refereeing “Tellytubbies” vs “In the Night Garden” Rugby? Whatever your experience, if you find you’re struggling with keeping them connected while your partners away, this is the blog for you!
Read More Fantastic Charities and Where to Find Them…Have you ever wondered how many families have lived in that house of yours? How many trembling hands do you think have rattled the key to that unfamiliar lock for the first time, excited to get inside? Every family has it’s fair share of happiness and sadness, but just imagine what your married quarter has seen!
Read More This Ole HouseTo mark Fathers Day 2023. this blog is for all the military Dads out there. The remote grandads, the Daddy’s who stay at home, the ones we live this life to be with. We are here because of you.
Read More A Father’s Day Special for some Special FathersBeing a wife and mummy really is the most rewarding part about my life. But I am not just a wife and Mummy, I am; “Military Mummy”, protector of children’s twigs, walker of dogs, half-hearted cleaner of kitchen and bathroom, preparer of packed lunches, chief buyer of food, experienced remote control detector, devoted wife to […]
Read More Dependant or not Dependant? That is the question.Everyone needs a plan. It’s the little things we look forward to that make the big things more bearable. Then, one day, there will be a “something” and life turns upside down.
Read More The Best Laid PlansThe very beautiful song ‘Move On‘ by Abba encapsulates everything I feel about life as a military wife. In 19 years of marriage I’ve lived in 8 locations in 3 different countries, and I have fallen in love with each and every one. Every time we move, we squeeze the things we love into whatever […]
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