by C.H. The metal edge clinks against the dining room table as he sits down for dinner. When he rests his hand on my back, I can feel the extra weight Continue Reading
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While He’s Away on Deployment
by Rebecca Rose I tried to keep my anxiety in check, but worry started to overtake my every thought. I considered all the worst things that Continue Reading
Shedding the Shame of the “Dependa”
by Liesel Kershul This first appeared in the War Horse Aug 29, 2018 and is reposted here in accordance with their terms of service. The Continue Reading
My Veteran Spouse: I Will Be His Advocate
VA MOTTO: “To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan.” -Abraham Lincoln I wear no uniform. I’ve seen no Continue Reading
I Love You Still
by Britta Reque-Dragicevic This first appeared in Britta's blog, "Life After War" on October 30, 2018, and is republished with the author's Continue Reading
Steady as She Goes
by L.A. Gardner This first appeared in The Havok Journal on February 17, 2019. “Steady as she goes….hold the line.” The words resonated off the screen Continue Reading
Book Excerpt: It’ll Be Fine: A True Story by Rebecca Rose
by Rebecca Rose An excerpt from It'll Be Fine: A True Story by Rebecca Rose, a story about the ups and downs of a relationship with a Naval Continue Reading
New! Online Marketplace to Shop Military Brands: Spouse-ly
by Monica Fullerton Spouse-ly is a brand new online platform that people can support Military/Veteran spouse and service member-owned businesses all Continue Reading