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Life
When Hope Holds Its Breath
After all the years of disappointment, I cannot help but feel almost emotionless. The idea of being a father—of loving and raising children as I never Continue Reading
Luxury Gift Baskets That Make Every Occasion Unforgettable in 2026
Gifting has changed a lot in the last few years, and honestly, it's about time. Nobody wants to walk into a store an hour before a birthday dinner and Continue Reading
The Spit Cup Is Disappearing. Here Is What Is Replacing It.
Photo by Considerate Agency on Unsplash If you served, you know the spit cup. You know the ring worn into the back pocket of every pair of pants Continue Reading
A Field-Ready Digital Security Checklist for Veterans Traveling Abroad
Passports, medication, transport and money tend to get checked before a trip. A phone that works normally at home rarely gets the same attention. Then Continue Reading
Who Will Hold Me When I Die
Yesterday morning I dropped off my grandson, Asher, at the Waldorf school. It made no sense to drive all the way back home since I needed to pick him Continue Reading
Why Modern Couples Are Personalizing the Way They Wear Commitment Jewelry
Photo by GN Group on Unsplash Commitment jewelry once followed a relatively predictable script. Engagement rings tended to look a certain way, Continue Reading
How to Plan Carefully for a Long-Distance Move
Photo by Vitaly Gariev on Unsplash Moving far away can be exciting but also stressful. Whether you're moving for work, family, or a new experience, Continue Reading
How to Finance Your Home Construction
Photo by Josh Olalde on Unsplash Building your own home is an exciting project, but figuring out how to pay for it can be challenging. From Continue Reading
How to Upgrade Your Home Heating System
Photo by e24 on Unsplash When cold weather arrives, a warm home feels great. Upgrading your heating system is a smart choice for comfort, Continue Reading
Straight to Fifth Gear
My son, Hans, called me. Hans is an Iraq War vet (2011 deployment). He likes to talk to me about his work (he pumps concrete for a living down in Continue Reading
Another Way to Serve: Why Some Veterans Donate Their Bodies to Science
Photo by Marek Studzinski on Unsplash Service doesn't always end when the uniform comes off. For many veterans, the instinct to keep contributing — Continue Reading