The Smartest Thing I Ever Did...™

...as a Military Wife

As if the role of a wife weren't difficult enough. Some of the people making the biggest sacrifices in this country are the wives of our military men. Some of you are the wives of career military; others are just beginning this unique marital journey.

Share your experiences and the puzzles you've solved as a wife in the military; adjusting to the military lifestyle; dealing with TDYs and extended deployments, especially during these times of heightened security; keeping a sense of order amidst multiple moves; packing tips; dealing with pregnancy (or an adoption) while on the move or abroad; explaining moves and deployments to young children; keeping in touch with faraway family and friends; explaining duty and honor, danger and death, to children; keeping romance alive when you’re together again; dealing with death and moving on; transitioning back to civilian life; and so much more.

Share here the solutions that make military life work for you and your family. Or email them to use privately using the link at the top of this page.

Tell us which worthy non-profit should receive the donations from the sales of this title. We're considering the Fisher House Foundation (www.FisherHouse.org) and want more suggestions from you! Email us or post a comment today!

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...as a Brand-New Parent

It doesn't take a village, but brand-new parents sure need a lot of support. Whether you've been a parent for a few months, a few years, or several decades, you're discovering new ways to do things better every day. Brand-new parents awaiting the arrival of their very first bundle of joy, or those who've arrived home with a new blessing and feel helpless, need all the support and advice they can get.

Can you help a new mom with your secret for getting through post-partum depression? Did you find a way to build your husband's confidence as a new father? Have you discovered a way to keep the romance in your marriage despite the demands of a new baby? Do you have a secret for affording all the 'stuff' every baby needs? Or have you figured out how to make going back to work more bearable?

Your tiny tip may seem trivial to you, but could be a priceless golden nugget to another brand-new parent. Share what you've learned!

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...for My Marriage

It can be tough to keep a marriage intact these days. Thousands of couples are struggling every day with a problem you have already solved for your own marriage. Share your secrets of making your marriage work, even if in just one small way.

Post your stories here...you might even help save someone else's marriage!

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