Veterans Day, previously known as Armistice Day, dates all the way back to November 11, 1918. Today it’s a National holiday dedicated to American veterans of all wars but the history behind the holiday is not widely known. In 1918, during World War I, a temporary cessation of hostilities was declared between the Allied nations and Germany on the 11th hour of the 11th day ... Read More
Living With PTSD – Overcoming Daily Struggles
I can tell you the exact moment my life changed forever. I can tell you the exact moment that Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) over took my life. The nightmares started that night and the irritability dug in deep to my soul. I would never be the same. It’s been 13 years and I still struggle. It not only affects me but also my kids, my husband, my friends and the rest of my ... Read More
Navigating Life As A Military Wife
"I don't know how you do it." "What's it like being a military wife?" "I could never handle being a military wife." Those are just a few of the comments or questions that I get often. It's true, this life isn't an easy one. We spend more time in limbo than actually knowing what's going on. We pick up our lives and our children and move every 3 or so years. Along with the ... Read More
Show Love and Kindness – Be The Good In The World
This week has been a difficult one! I woke up Monday morning, Belgian time, and got my kids up. We started our normal morning routine and then I open the news feed on my phone, what would become the worst mass shooting in modern America, had taken place only minutes before getting my kids up and ready for school. My first thought…. “What has this world come to?!” It didn’t ... Read More
I Am Not Unlovable…I Am Worthy
It's no secret that I regularly see a therapist. I have a lot of personal struggles that I deal with and she brings a new perspective to each issue. She helps me to navigate my feelings and I am learning to really love myself. However, I am still struggling with feeling unlovable. Sounds crazy to say that I am learning to love myself but that I struggle with feeling unlovable. ... Read More
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