Critter Chronicles
Army Matters
I’m Shedding Pink & Green Tears
It’s not often that I complain about our military life. I really have little to whine about: we’ve been exceptionally lucky in the past eleven years since Tony commissioned and graduated, the anniversaries of which we’re commemorating today and tomorrow, respectively. Everywhere you look you’ll see talk of how much servicemembers sacrifice, and their spouses … Continue reading
You Know Someone In Your House Likes Space When…
…your fridge is covered with magnets to learn about the ABCs as well as satellite launchers. It might be annoying to have to dress up to go to a space conference, but at least Tony came home with a bunch of swag for The Critters, inappropriate magnets and all.
Critter Conversation #60: His ASU Brings All The Moms To The Yard
Tony’s attending a professional conference at a swanky local hotel today, and he came home yesterday informing me that he’d have to dress for the occasion. This meant putting on his dress blues, or as I suppose it’s called now, the Army Service Uniform. That he has to buy updated uniform components and accessories so … Continue reading
Jammies Were Not On The Packing List
When Tony and I first began dating a dozen years ago, I was brand new to the concept of “The Army”. I had no firsthand experience with anything to do with the military; I was not from a town that was near any military installations, had no family members presently serving, nor any who had … Continue reading
Tuesday Tidbits: 6 September
Tuesday Tidbits are the posts where I sum up all the little things that happen in our lives from one week to the next; the little things that aren’t interesting enough for me to write an entire post about (though you all know I can spin a boring tale out of pretty much near anything), … Continue reading
Civilian Child vs. Military Child
{Amended from a post on the “Because Sometimes Military Wives Need To Vent” Facebook Page} 1. A civilian child often dances around or talks during the National Anthem. A military child stands quietly with his hand over his heart. 2. A civilian child thinks home is where the heart is. A military child knows home … Continue reading
